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Aukana and Anuradhapura Day Tour From Colombo

Location Colombo, Sri Lanka
Location Sri Lanka
Location Central Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
Location Negombo, Sri Lanka
$296
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Overview

The Aukana and Anuradhapura Tour offers a deep dive into Sri Lanka's rich heritage. This journey begins with a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Colombo, setting the stage for an unforgettable adventure.

  • 🚗 Enjoy a scenic 3-hour drive to the majestic Aukana Raja Maha Viharaya, home to the awe-inspiring Aukana Buddha statue standing over 40 feet tall.
  • 🕌 Visit the revered Ruwanweli Maha Seya, a towering stupa enshrining the largest collection of Buddha’s relics, built by King Dutugemunu in 140 BC.
  • 🌳 Explore the Sri Maha Bodhi Temple, the oldest historically documented tree in the world, planted in 288 BC, marking a significant pilgrimage site.
  • 🏯 Marvel at Jethawanaramaya, once one of the tallest brick structures in the ancient world, showcasing the power of Theravāda Buddhism.
  • 🕉️ Discover the Dagoba of Thuparama, the first stupa built in Sri Lanka after the introduction of Buddhism, enshrining the right collarbone relic of the Buddha.
  • ⚔️ Learn about Mirisawetiya Stupa, built by King Dutugemunu to enshrine his battle spear containing Buddha’s relics, reflecting deep cultural significance.
  • 💧 Witness the advanced hydraulic engineering of Kuttam Pokuna, the Twin Baths, ancient bathing tanks designed for Buddhist monks.
  • 🌙 Admire the intricately carved Anuradhapura Moonstone, symbolizing the cycle of life, found at the entrance of ancient temples.
  • 🚐 Benefit from an air-conditioned vehicle, complete with WiFi on board, ensuring a comfortable and connected experience throughout the tour.
  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible transportation options are available, making this tour suitable for all travelers.

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Aukana and Anuradhapura Day Tour From Colombo
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance Ticket – Anuradhapura
  • Entrance Ticket - Aukana

  • 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.
  • Ruwanweli Maha Seya
    Ruwanweli Maha Seya is a towering stupa in Anuradhapura, built by King Dutugemunu in 140 BC. Revered as one of the most sacred Buddhist monuments, it enshrines the largest collection of Buddha’s relics and stands as a symbol of ancient Sinhalese architecture and spiritual devotion2.
  • Sri Maha Boodhi Temple
    The Sri Maha Bodhiya is the oldest historically documented tree in the world, grown from a sapling of the original Bodhi tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment. Planted in 288 BC, it is a sacred pilgrimage site and a cornerstone of Buddhist heritage in Sri Lanka.
  • Jethawanaramaya
    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.
  • Dagoba of Thuparama
    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.
  • Mirisawetiya Stupa
    Mirisawetiya Stupa was built by King Dutugemunu to enshrine his battle spear containing Buddha’s relics. Legend says the king forgot to offer his meal to monks and built the stupa as penance. It’s one of Anuradhapura’s earliest and most revered stupas.
  • Twin Baths (Kuttam Pokuna)
    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.
  • Moonstone or Sandakada pahana
    The Anuradhapura Moonstone is a semi-circular stone slab found at the entrance of ancient temples. Intricately carved with symbolic motifs, it represents the cycle of life and is a hallmark of Sinhalese artistry and Buddhist symbolism.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Aukana and Anuradhapura Day Tour From Colombo

    Location Colombo, Sri Lanka
    Location Sri Lanka
    Location Central Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
    Location Negombo, Sri Lanka
    $296
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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