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The white dome of Ruwanwelisaya stupa in Anuradhapura

Temple · Anuradhapura

Mirisawetiya

A large stupa that King Dutugamunu built after defeating King Elara, beside the Tissa Wewa tank. One of the eight sacred places of Anuradhapura.

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Best season
February to September. The heaviest rain falls from October to December.
Time to allow
40 min (at least 25 min)
Best time of day
Morning
Entry
Fee charged (to confirm)
What to wear
Cover your shoulders and knees, and be ready to take your shoes off.
Good for
Easy going, families

An active place of worship. Confirm at the site whether the Sacred City ticket is checked.

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The brick dome of Jetavanaramaya stupa, Anuradhapura
The brick dome of Jetavanaramaya stupa, Anuradhapura
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The Abhayagiri Dagoba in the ruins of the Abhayagiri monastery, Anuradhapura
Aradhana Gala, the rock summit at Mihintale, above the forest
Aradhana Gala, the rock summit at Mihintale, above the forest

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