Negombo - Anuradhapura

Negombo Fish Market - The Negombo Fish Market is a lively and genuine local experience in Sri Lanka, providing visitors with insight into the country’s thriving fishing industry. Situated in the coastal town of Negombo, just north of Colombo, the market is split into two main areas: the fresh fish market and the dried fish market.

Fresh Fish Market (Morning Market).
Early Morning Auctions: The ideal time to visit is between 5:00–7:00 AM, when fishermen bring in their overnight catch. Witness a vibrant auction featuring tuna, seer fish, prawns, crabs, lobsters, and more.

Variety of Seafood: Stalls are filled with fresh catches, including exotic species like barracuda, swordfish, and reef fish.

Local Fishing Boats: Traditional “oruwa” (outrigger canoes) and modern trawlers line the harbor, offering excellent photo opportunities.

St. Mary’s Church - St. Mary’s Church, Negombo – A Colonial-Era Masterpiece
Constructed in 1874 by Dutch-Portuguese missionaries, this Gothic-style cathedral is one of Sri Lanka’s largest and most ornate Catholic churches.

A symbol of Negombo’s strong Christian heritage (the city is nicknamed “Little Rome”).

Anuradhapura - Trincomalee

Ruwanwelisaya - Ruwanweli Maha Stupa is one of the most sacred and magnificent Buddhist stupas in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s ancient capital. Built by King Dutugemunu in 140 BCE, this gleaming white dome is a masterpiece of ancient engineering and devotion.
Sacred Relics – Believed to enshrine relics of Lord Buddha, making it a major pilgrimage site.
Architectural Marvel – The stupa’s massive dome (103m tall) was an engineering wonder of its time.
Spiritual Atmosphere – Devotees offer flowers, light oil lamps, and chant prayers, especially on Poya (full moon) days.
Historical Significance – A symbol of Buddhist triumph and King Dutugemunu’s legacy.

Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi - The Sacred Bodhi Tree, planted in the 3rd Century BC in Maha Vihara in Anuradhapura.

Dagoba of Thuparama - Located in the sacred city of Anuradhapura, it holds the distinction of being the first Buddhist stupa built in Sri Lanka. Dating back to 307 BCE, it was constructed by King Devanampiya Tissa after the introduction of Buddhism to the island by Arahat Mahinda.
Historical Significance – The oldest stupa in Sri Lanka, marking the beginning of Buddhism in the country.
Sacred Relic – Enshrines the right collarbone relic of Lord Buddha, gifted by Emperor Ashoka of India.
Unique Architecture – Features an ancient vatadage (circular relic house) with stone pillars, a rare design in early Sri Lankan Buddhist structures.
Pilgrimage Site – A deeply revered place of worship, especially during full moon (Poya) days.

Jethawanaramaya Stupa - A colossal 2nd-century BCE structure in Anuradhapura, stands as a testament to Sri Lanka’s golden age of Buddhism. Rising 75 meters (originally 100m), it was the centerpiece of the Abhayagiri Monastery, once a flourishing international Buddhist university that attracted scholars from across Asia.
Architectural Marvel – One of the tallest ancient brick structures in the world, with intricate moonstones and guard stones at its entrances.
Global Buddhist Hub – The monastery housed 5,000 monks and was a nexus for Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism.
Sacred Relics – Believed to enshrine a footprint relic of Buddha and other treasures.

Twin Baths (Kuttam Pokuna) - Kuttam Pokuna (Twin Ponds), located near Abhayagiri Monastery in Anuradhapura, is a stunning example of 3rd-century BCE hydraulic engineering and monastic sophistication. These perfectly symmetrical bathing pools were used by Buddhist monks for ritual purification and demonstrate the advanced urban planning of ancient Sri Lanka.

Samadhi Statue - The Samadhi Buddha Statue, located in the Mahamevnāwa Park of Anuradhapura, is one of Sri Lanka’s most revered and exquisite ancient Buddha images. Carved from dolomite marble in the 4th century CE, this statue epitomizes the Dhyana Mudra (meditation posture), radiating profound tranquility.
Iconic Pose – The Buddha sits in deep meditation, with hands gently resting on the lap—a symbol of inner peace and enlightenment.
Artistic Perfection – Known for its life-like proportions and serene facial expression, considered a pinnacle of Sri Lankan rock carving.

Moonstone or Sandakada pahana - The moonstones of Anuradhapura are exquisitely carved semi-circular stone slabs placed at the entrances of ancient Buddhist temples and palaces. These unique works of art are considered some of the finest examples of Sri Lanka’s symbolic stone carvings, dating back to the Anuradhapura period (4th–10th century CE).

Explore Trincomalee

Koneswaram Temple - Koneswaram Kovil (Thirukoneswaram) – The Sacred Temple of a Thousand Pillars
Location: Swami Rock, Trincomalee, Eastern Sri Lanka

One of Pancha Ishwarams (5 legendary Shiva temples of Sri Lanka)

Dates back to ancient times, with mentions in Ramayana and Mahabharata

Destroyed by Portuguese (1622), rebuilt in the 1950s

Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Koneswarar (God of the Sacred Hill)

Fort Frederick - Fort Frederick, Trincomalee – Where History Meets the Sea

Built by Portuguese (1624) as Fort Triquillimale

Captured & rebuilt by Dutch (1639) → Renamed Fort Frederick

Later occupied by British (1795) during colonial wars

Named after Prince Frederick, Duke of York

Trincomalee to Sigiriya

Lion Rock - Sigiriya (Lion Rock) – Sri Lanka’s Ancient Sky Fortress
Sigiriya, a 5th-century UNESCO-listed rock fortress, rises dramatically 200 meters above Sri Lanka’s central plains. Built by King Kasyapa as a royal citadel, it combines ancient engineering, stunning frescoes, and mythical legends.
Lion’s Paw Entrance – Only the giant stone paws remain of the original colossal lion statue.

Sigiriya Frescoes – Exquisite 1,600-year-old “Cloud Maidens” paintings on the rock face.
Summit Palace Ruins – Royal pools, throne, and 360° jungle views.
Water Gardens – Among the world’s oldest landscaped gardens.

Sigiriya - Ritigala - Dambulla

Ritigala Forest Monastery - A monastery nestled in a forest.

Golden Temple of Dambulla - A temple with 5 caves housing 152 statues of Buddha, established in the 1st Century BC.

Sigiriya - Kandy

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - A sacred temple housing the tooth relic of Buddha.

Kandy View Point - Rajapihilla Mawatha View Point – Kandy’s Best Panoramic Vista
Rajapihilla Mawatha (near Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic), Kandy

Breathtaking 360° views of Kandy city, Kandy Lake, and surrounding hills

Less touristy than other viewpoints, offering a peaceful escape

Perfect for sunrise/sunset photography with golden-hour lighting

Kandy - Lankathilaka - Gadaladeniya - Ambakke - Kandy

Gadaladeniya Raja Maha Viharaya - Gadaladeniya Raja Maha Vihara – Kandy’s Architectural Gem

Built in 1344 CE by King Buwanekabahu IV, blending South Indian Dravidian & Sinhalese architecture

Unique stone-carved temple (unlike most Sri Lankan wooden shrines)

Houses a rare Buddha statue under a Makara Torana (dragon arch)

Lankatilaka Temple - Lankatilaka Vihara – Kandy’s Sky-High Buddhist Marvel

Built in 1344 CE by King Buwanekabahu IV, this temple perched on a massive rock blends Sinhalese, Dravidian, and Indo-Chinese architecture.

Known as the “Temple of the Sky” for its dramatic cliffside setting.

Embekka Dewalaya - Embekka Devalaya – Kandy’s Wooden Wonder of Craftsmanship

Built in the 14th century (1371 CE) by King Vikramabahu III, this Hindu-Buddhist fusion temple is famed for its unmatched wooden craftsmanship.

Dedicated to God Kataragama (Murugan) and God Vishnu, showcasing Sri Lanka’s religious harmony.

Kandy - Airport (Departure)

Pilimathalawa - Giragama Tea Factory, Pilimatalawa – A Journey into Ceylon Tea Heritage
One of Sri Lanka’s oldest operational tea factories (established in 1889 during British rule).

Offers a hands-on experience of the tea-making process—from leaf to cup!

Produces high-quality “mid-country” tea with a distinct flavor profile.

• Private transportation
• Dinner
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Surcharges on fuel
• Parking fees
• On-board WiFi

• Meals

Embark on a captivating journey through Anuradhapura, Trincomalee, Sigiriya, and Kandy, where each destination offers a unique glimpse into Sri Lanka’s rich history. This adventure is more than just a trip—it’s a voyage through time, exploring the country’s most iconic periods.

Anuradhapura (4th century BCE): Wander through ancient stupas, sacred Bodhi trees, and monastic ruins from Sri Lanka’s first kingdom, spanning over 2,000 years of history.

Sigiriya (5th century CE): Climb the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” a rock fortress renowned for its advanced engineering and captivating frescoes.

Kandy (16th–19th century): Uncover the last Sinhalese kingdom’s Temple of the Tooth and its colonial allure, experiencing the evolution of Sri Lankan civilization in one journey.

Kandy’s Dalada Maligawa: The most sacred Buddhist shrine in Sri Lanka.

Trinco’s Koneswaram Kovil: A Hindu temple perched on a cliff, linked to the Ramayana epic.

Mihintale (near Anuradhapura): The birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka.

Ritigala: A mystical forest monastery.

Embekka Devalaya (Kandy): A wooden temple adorned with intricate carvings.

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