Famous for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient civilization, Anuradhapura is one of the ancient Sri Lankan capitals. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city is one of the oldest and continuously inhabited cities in the world.
The ancient city which is considered sacred by Buddhists contains a enormous collection of archaeological and architectural wonders such as massivedagobas, soaring brick towers, ancient pools and crumbling temples built during the citys 1000 years of rule over Sri Lanka. The ruins of the ancient city cover an area more than 16 square miles, and yet more is still to be uncovered.