Situated on the banks of Malvathu River, Anuradhapura is the first ancient capital of Sri Lanka and among the must include heritage places in Sri Lanka Tour Packages. Known for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient Sinhala civilization, Anuradhapura is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and one of the eight World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. Also, the city is home to one of the largest and most sacred Bodhi trees in Sri Lanka, believed to be a descendant of the original Bodhi tree where Buddha got enlightenment. With its vast network of ancient Buddhist temples, monasteries, and places of worship, the place is a sacred site to Buddhists around the world. Typically, 1-2 days is required to explore best Anuradhapur Tour Packages. Besides, Mirisaveti, Ruwanwelisaya, Abhayagiri, Jetavanarama, Thuparama, and Lankarama are the popular monasteries in Anuradhapura. Apart from Monasteries, the most popular tourist attractions in Anuradhapura are the sacred Maha Bodhi tree, Lovamahapaya or Brazen Palace, Archeological Museum, Isurumuniya Vihara, Rathnaprasada, Royal Palace and many more.

Trincomalee, Sigiriya and Kandy are also close to Anuradhapura and 5-6 day trips can be planned to visit Anuradhapur along with these Tourist Places in Sri Lanka.

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