About
Explore the ancient capital, a pilgrimage site with active buddhist ceremonies.
Why go
- Learn all about ancient Sri Lankan history and Buddhism
- A city where faith shapes life, history whispers in the wind
Must try
- Visit the sacred bodhi tree
- Explore 2000-year old heritage ruins
- Admire Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanaramaya
- Jethawana Ramaya, once the tallest brick monument
- Horseback riding experience in the lake at sunset
Pro tips
- You have to stay at the hotel to book the horseback experience
- Cycleable area
- Can get around by tuk tuk
- Explore the ancient city
- Inform yourself on which events are being celebrated
Good to know
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