1 Night Anuradhapura Sacred City | Kimura Tours Sri Lanka

Tour Overview

Embark on a deeply spiritual and historical journey to Anuradhapura, the first ancient capital of Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage site, with this comprehensive 1 Night Sacred City Tour. Founded in the 4th century BC, Anuradhapura was once one of the greatest monastic cities of the ancient world, and its vast ruins continue to radiate a sense of profound peace and grandeur. You will have the privilege of walking among colossal, sky-piercing stupas made of millions of baked bricks, beautifully carved moonstones, and the remains of ancient royal palaces and bathing pools. The pinnacle of this pilgrimage is the veneration of the sacred 'Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi', a magnificent fig tree grown from a cutting of the original tree under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment, making it the oldest historically authenticated planted tree in the world. On the second day, we will visit the nearby mountain peak of Mihintale, the exact location where Buddhism was first introduced to the island. This tour is a soul-stirring experience, offering a serene escape into the religious devotion and architectural marvels that shaped Sri Lankan civilization.

日本語の案内 (Japanese Guide)

この充実した1泊2日の聖地ツアーで、スリランカ最初の古代の首都でありユネスコ世界遺産でもあるアヌラーダプラへの、深く精神的で歴史的な旅に出かけましょう。紀元前4世紀に設立されたアヌラーダプラは、かつて古代世界で最も偉大な修道院都市の1つであり、その広大な遺跡は今もなお深い平和と壮大さを放ち続けています。数百万個の焼きレンガで作られた天を突くような巨大な仏塔、美しく彫刻されたムーンストーン、そして古代の王宮や水浴び場の遺跡の中を歩くという特権を味わうことができます。この巡礼の頂点は、神聖な「スリ・マハー菩提樹」の参拝です。これは、仏陀がその下で悟りを開いたという元の木の挿し木から育てられた壮大なイチジクの木であり、歴史的に証明されている世界最古の植樹された木です。2日目は、仏教が初めてこの島に伝来した正確な場所である、近くのミヒンタレーの山頂を訪れます。このツアーは魂を揺さぶる体験であり、スリランカ文明を形作った宗教的献身と建築の驚異への穏やかな逃避行を提供します。

Travel Itinerary

Day 01:

Discover the Ancient Ruins of Anuradhapura
Begin your journey to the sacred city of Anuradhapura. Spend the day exploring the vast archaeological complex, visiting the towering Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanaramaya stupas, the intricately carved Twin Ponds (Kuttam Pokuna), and the majestic Samadhi Buddha statue. In the late afternoon, join the local devotees to witness the peaceful rituals at the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree. Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

Day 02:

The Cradle of Buddhism at Mihintale & Return
Following breakfast, take a short drive to Mihintale, the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Climb the grand stone stairway to reach the summit, where you will find ancient stupas and enjoy a breathtaking, sweeping view of the surrounding plains and lakes. After exploring this deeply historic site, we will begin our comfortable return journey to your drop-off point.