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Itinerary Explore Sri Lanka’s Cultural Civilisations | West, North, East & Central Heritage Journey (Summer)
Duration Info DAY - 2 (Negombo - Anuradhapura)
Accommodation Info
Location ANURADHAPURA
Meals Info Bed & Breakfast
Hotel Rajarata Hotel
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Description

<ul><li>Breakfast at the hotel.<br></li><li>Transfer you to  Anuradhapura - approximately 3 and half hours’ drive</li><li>En-route hike to Yapahuwa rock fortress, the capital city of ancient Sri Lanka for a limited period. And explore Nillakgama Bodhigaraya, Avukana Buddha statue, and Sesseruwa Buddha statue. It is said that these two rock-cut statues were made by the master and the pupil.</li><li>Dinner and overnight stay at Rajarata Hotel,  Anuradhapura</li></ul>

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