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The white dome of Ruwanwelisaya stupa in Anuradhapura

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Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum

The oldest and largest museum of the Department of Archaeology, a useful first stop to see what has been found at the ancient city.

Best season
February to September. The heaviest rain falls from October to December.
Time to allow
45 min (at least 30 min)
Best time of day
Any time
Entry
Fee charged (to confirm)
What to wear
Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
Good for
Easy going, families, wet days

A museum ticket is charged; confirm at the door.

Photos

The brick dome of Jetavanaramaya stupa, Anuradhapura
The brick dome of Jetavanaramaya stupa, Anuradhapura
The Abhayagiri Dagoba in the ruins of the Abhayagiri monastery, Anuradhapura
The Abhayagiri Dagoba in the ruins of the Abhayagiri monastery, Anuradhapura
The wide water of Tissa Wewa, an ancient reservoir at Anuradhapura
The wide water of Tissa Wewa, an ancient reservoir at Anuradhapura

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