Dharma Roads
North Central Province · Sri Lanka · South Asia
Anuradhapura
Ancient capital and home of the Sri Maha Bodhi, grown from a cutting of the original Bodhi tree in 288 BCE.
Local tip
On poya (full-moon) days pilgrims dress in white, and alcohol sales are banned island-wide.
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- Colombo (CMB), 180 km
- Suggested stay
- 2 days
- Best season
- Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
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Visa and entry: Sri Lanka
Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before travel.
Some nationalities have been granted free ETAs in recent years; check your fee. Cover shoulders and knees at all temples.
Rough daily cost per person
| ৳ BDT | ₹ INR | US$ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | ৳4,270 | ₹3,080 | US$35 |
| Mid-range | ৳9,760 | ₹7,040 | US$80 |
| Comfort | ৳21,960 | ₹15,840 | US$180 |
Rooms, food, local transport and entry fees; international flights excluded. Exchange rates are approximate.
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Last updated: 2026-10-17