Anuradhapura (Sinhala: අනුරාධපුරය, romanized: Anurādhapuraya; Tamil: அனுராதபுரம், romanized: Aṉurātapuram) is a major city located in the north central plain of Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province and the capital of …

Anuradhapura, city, north-central Sri Lanka. It is situated along the Aruvi Aru River. The old section of Anuradhapura, now preserved as an archaeological park and designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1982, is the best known of Sri Lanka’s ancient ruined cities.

Feb 2, 2025 · Anuradhapura is renowned for its archaeological sites, ancient civilization, culinary delights, and attractions that showcase its rich heritage. This city, with its iconic historical setting, offers a unique glimpse into Sri Lanka’s glorious past.

The Anuradhapura kingdom (Sinhala: අනුරාධපුර රාජධානිය, translit: Anurādhapura Rājadhāniya, Tamil: அனுராதபுர இராச்சியம்), named for its capital city, was the second established kingdom of ancient Sri Lanka.

Jun 2, 2022 · Anuradhapura, the old center of Theravada Buddhism, gives the perfect glimpse of pre-Christian times into the glorious Sinhalese Buddhist civilization. The marvelous stupas or …

Anuradhapura, a Ceylonese political and religious capital that flourished for 1,300 years, was abandoned after an invasion in 993. Hidden away in dense jungle for many years, the splendid site, with its palaces, monasteries and monuments, is now accessible once again.

Jul 23, 2021 · Anuradhapura is a sacred ancient city in Sri Lanka founded in the 4th century BC, whose beautiful ruins are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over time, Anuradhapura became one of the great capitals of Sri Lanka (then called Ceylon), garnering both …

The ruins of Anuradhapura are one of South Asia’s most evocative sights. The sprawling complex contains a rich collection of archaeological and architectural wonders: enormous dagobas (brick stupas), ancient pools and crumbling temples, built during Anuradhapura’s thousand years of …

May 26, 2024 · Anuradhapura stands as a testament to the ingenuity, artistry, and devotion of the ancient Sinhalese people. Its soaring stupas, sprawling monasteries, and sacred relics offer a tangible connection to a glorious past that continues to …

Step into the world of ancient Sri Lankan history with a visit to Anuradhapura, home to some of the most well-preserved ruins of a centuries-old Sinhala civilization. As one of the island's oldest cities, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a treasure trove of cultural and historical wonders.