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Sri Lanka

Aukana and Anuradhapura Day Tour From Negombo

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Overview

Discover the rich heritage of Sri Lanka with our Aukana, and Anuradhapura Tour. Our friendly driver will pick you up from your stay in Kandy, ensuring a seamless start to your journey. After a scenic 3-hour drive, you'll arrive at the awe-inspiring Aukana Raja Maha Viharaya, where you can marvel at the majestic Aukana Buddha statue. Continue your exploration as you visit the ancient city of Anuradhapura, home to sacred sites like Ruwanweliseya, Sri Mahabodi, and isurumuniya. Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance, witness ancient architectural wonders, and feel a deep connection to the country's cultural roots. This tour offers a unique blend of historical discovery, religious significance, and cultural immersion, allowing travelers to experience the grandeur of Sri Lanka's ancient civilization. Book this tour to create cherished memories, explore sacred landmarks, and gain a deeper understanding of the cultural tapestry that defines Sri Lanka.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle

✗ Not Included

Entrance Ticket – Anuradhapura
Entrance Ticket - Aukana

Itinerary

Stop 1

The Avukana statue is a standing statue of the Buddha near Kekirawa in North Central Sri Lanka. The statue, which has a height of more than 40 feet, was carved out of a large granite rock face during the 5th century. It depicts a variation of the Abhaya mudra, and the closely worn robe is elaborately carved.

Stop 2

The Ruwanwelisaya is a stupa and a hemispherical structure containing relics, in Sri Lanka, considered sacred to many Buddhists all over the world. It was built by King Dutugemunu c. 140 B.C., who became King of all Sri Lanka after a war in which the Chola King Elāra was defeated.

Stop 3

Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred fig tree in the Mahamewna Gardens, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is said to be the southern branch from the historical Sri Maha Bodhi at Buddha Gaya in India under which Lord Buddha attained Enlightenment.

Stop 4

Lovamahapaya, also known as the Brazen Palace, was a nine-story monastic complex built by King Dutugemunu. Once adorned with a bronze roof, it housed thousands of monks and remains a testament to the grandeur of ancient Buddhist architecture.

Stop 5

Stop 6

Jethawanaramaya is one of the tallest brick structures in the ancient world, built by King Mahasena in the 3rd century AD. This massive stupa once stood over 120 meters high and was part of the Jetavana monastery, symbolizing the power of Theravāda Buddhism.

Stop 7

Thuparamaya is the first stupa built in Sri Lanka after the introduction of Buddhism. Constructed by King Devanampiyatissa in the 3rd century BC, it enshrines the right collarbone relic of the Buddha and marks the beginning of Buddhist architecture on the island.

Stop 8

Kuttam Pokuna, or the Twin Ponds, are ancient bathing tanks showcasing advanced hydraulic engineering. Built for Buddhist monks, these symmetrical stone pools reflect the sophistication of Anuradhapura’s water management systems.