Sri Lanka’s first ancient capital, Anuradhapura is a sprawling sacred city of towering dagobas, sacred bodhi trees, and monastery ruins that span more than 2,500 years. The Sri Maha Bodhi – a direct descendant of the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment – stands at its spiritual core. This is a city of extraordinary scale and profound religious significance, best explored slowly and with a knowledgeable guide.
