Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was the first established capital of ancient Sri Lanka and remained a centre of power and Buddhism for over 1,000 years. Its vast complex of monuments provides a profound insight into the island’s rich cultural, religious, and architectural history.

The city is famous for its gigantic brick dagobas stupas, which are among the largest structures ever built in the ancient world. These monuments stand as testaments to the sophisticated engineering and deep faith of the ancient Sinhalese. The area also houses the **Sri Maha Bodhi**, the sacred fig tree, believed to be a sapling from the original tree under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. A visit to Anuradhapura is a journey to the spiritual heart of Sri Lanka.