Vavuniya Archaeological Museum Tours

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Ancient palace ruins

Kuttam Pokuna

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you take a trip to Kuttam Pokuna. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Kuttam Pokuna
Stupa with exposed red bricks. #stupa #dagoba #Abhayagiri #Anuradhapura #SriLanka

Abhayagiri Dagoba

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura with a stop at Abhayagiri Dagoba. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Abhayagiri Dagoba
The threatening sky made this shot very dramatic.

Mihintalekanda

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mihintalekanda during your travels in Mihintale.

Mihintalekanda
Thuparamaya is a dagoba in Anuradhapura. It is a Buddhist sacred place of veneration. Mahinda Thera, an envoy sent by King Ashoka himself introduced Theravada Buddhism and also chetiya worship to Sri Lanka. At his request King Devanampiyatissa built Thuparamaya in which was enshrined the collarbone of the Buddha. It is considered to be the first dagaba built in Sri Lanka following the introduction of Buddhism. This is considered the earliest monument, the construction of which was chronicled Sri Lanka. The name Thuparamaya comes from "stupa" and "aramaya" which is a residential complex for monks.

Thuparama Dagoba

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you spend time at Thuparama Dagoba. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Thuparama Dagoba
Thousands of people visit Ruwanweli Stupa a day. So, buckets full of lotus and many other flowers are collected in this way. Lotus seeds have become one of the most preferred food for the monkeys who live near the stupa. This monkey also ate lotus seeds for a long period and I took loads of photos.

Ruwanwelisaya

You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura with a trip to Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Ruwanwelisaya

Kudiirrpu Pillayar Kovil

After visiting Kudiirrpu Pillayar Kovil, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vavuniya. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Kudiirrpu Pillayar Kovil

Best Lodging Options Near Vavuniya Archaeological Museum

The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel

3 out of 5
103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama, Anuradhapura, NC
The Lake Forest Hotel
Villa Tambaka Retreat

Villa Tambaka Retreat

3.5 out of 5
Saliya Mawatha, Anuradhapura, North Central
Villa Tambaka Retreat
Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura

Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura

3 out of 5
93/D Arippu Rd, Anuradhapura, NC
Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura
Miheen Hotel

Miheen Hotel

3 out of 5
173/02, Anuradhapura Road, Mihitale, Mihintale, North Central Province
Miheen Hotel
Rajarata Family Resort

Rajarata Family Resort

3 out of 5
554, Jaffna Junction, Anuradhapura
Rajarata Family Resort
Sadula Holiday Resort - Anuradhapura

Sadula Holiday Resort - Anuradhapura

2.5 out of 5
No. 311 Pullayar Junction Mihintale Road, Anuradhapura, North Central Province
Sadula Holiday Resort - Anuradhapura
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