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Anuradhapura is Sri Lanka’s first great capital, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its monumental stupas, sacred temples, and centuries‑old Buddhist traditions. Highlights include the revered Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, colossal stupas like Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanaramaya, and ingenious ancient reservoirs such as Tissa Wewa. Still an active pilgrimage city, Anuradhapura blends living spirituality with awe‑inspiring ruins, making it the cultural heart of the island.