Beach near Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Anuradhapura Travel Guide

Sri Lanka

Anuradhapura is an inland city in north-central Sri Lanka, with a population of 60,943. It is one of the country’s important historic cities and a practical base for exploring the surrounding area.

Travellers arriving by air can use Anuradhapura Airport (ACJ). There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres, so the city is better suited to inland sightseeing than a beach stay.

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Local time

60,943

Population

5,363 miles away

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Weather in Anuradhapura

Mon

34°

Tue

32°

Wed

32°

Know before you go

Pays in LKR

Plug type Type D & Type G

Emergency 112

Dial code +94

Tipping: Tipping is not deeply ingrained in Sri Lankan culture like in some Western countries, but it's becoming increasingly common, especially in tourist areas, to show appreciation for good service. While not obligatory, a small tip can go a long way and is always appreciated for good service.

Best time to visit Anuradhapura

Jan

28°15

Feb

31°6

Mar

33°10

Apr

34°19

May

32°18

Jun

32°11

Jul

33°9

Aug

34°13

Sep

33°16

Oct

31°25

Nov

29°27

Dec

29°23

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Anuradhapura

  1. Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

    buddhist place of worship

    3.8 km

  2. Jetavanaramaya

    hindu place of worship

    4.5 km

  3. Isurumuniya Temple

    buddhist place of worship

    2.9 km

  4. Ruwanweliseya Stupa

    buddhist place of worship

    4.8 km

  5. WillMax Cinema

    movie theater

    1.4 km

  6. Sarananda Maha Pirivena - සාරානන්ද මහ පිරිවෙන් ශ්රී ගුණරත්න විශ්රාම ශාලාව

    buddhist place of worship

    2.9 km

  7. Siyam Buddhist Pilgrims Rest

    buddhist place of worship

    4.8 km

  8. Waharaka Ariyachinthashrama Buddhist Temple

    buddhist place of worship

    3.2 km

Getting there

Anuradhapura Airport · 4.8 km

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