Anuradhapura District

Anuradhapura District is a historic region in Sri Lanka’s North Central Province, centred on the ancient city of Anuradhapura. The district is known for archaeological sites, Buddhist monuments, ancient reservoirs and peaceful rural landscapes, with good links to Wilpattu, Mihintale and other northern cultural attractions. The district includes the ancient city of Anuradhapura and is also close to Mihintale, rural tank landscapes and several important archaeological areas. Travellers can extend their stay with nature-focused excursions towards Wilpattu or continue through the Cultural Triangle towards Dambulla and Polonnaruwa.