Basawakkulama was established to preserve, celebrate and protect the area's natural assets. Take a walk and keep an eye out for native birdlife.

To visit this nature reserve, head to Anuradhapura. There are plenty of other things to see and do in this area, including Ruwanwelisaya, Thuparamaya, and Sri Maha Bodhi.

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VAUX Park Street

Ibbanwala

$2,485

per person

Dec 27 - Dec 31

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (JFK) to Colombo (CMB)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)

From the entrance with the beloved, always smiling security uncle Sanath to Jawfer the ready to help out with anything and everything Concierge to Zeenath the best head of reservations we’ve ever met, coordinating with me from day one and throughout made our stay an extra special one. We chose VAUX as a newly married couple to give us the homely feeling and it sure did. The layout was really modern including all the basic essentials. The 2 bedroom apartment had a wonderful Terrace and ample space to accommodate many guests. The rooftop swimming pool was another added beauty at VAUX. Our guests loved the place and we in fact extended our stay as the price we paid was well worth the experience we had. We are looking forward for a next stay at VAUX and special thanks again to Zeenath for always keeping in touch making sure we had everything going well!!! Much Love

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024

Cinnamon Lodge

$2,808

per person

Dec 30 - Jan 3

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (NYC) to Colombo (CMB)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (316 reviews)

10/10 Hospitality, very welcoming team, delicious food and superb room. A special shout out to our butler Wasant who kindly gave us a tour of the hotel's farm and butterfly garden, and chef Salih for the amazing food. The location is excellent for the cultural triangle. Highly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Kompannaweediya

$2,487

per person

Dec 27 - Dec 31

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (JFK) to Colombo (CMB)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)

What a Hotel True 5 star experience Fantastic staff,service,room and food Very high end quality hotel

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

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Wilpattu National Park Jeep Safari from Negombo / Waikkal (All Inclusive)

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Popular places to visit

Thousands of people visit Ruwanweli Stupa a day. So, buckets full of lotus and many other flowers are collected in this way. Lotus seeds have become one of the most preferred food for the monkeys who live near the stupa. This monkey also ate lotus seeds for a long period and I took loads of photos.

Ruwanwelisaya

5/5(10 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura with a trip to Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Thuparamaya is a dagoba in Anuradhapura. It is a Buddhist sacred place of veneration.

Mahinda Thera, an envoy sent by King Ashoka himself introduced Theravada Buddhism and also chetiya worship to Sri Lanka. At his request King Devanampiyatissa built Thuparamaya in which was enshrined the collarbone of the Buddha. It is considered to be the first dagaba built in Sri Lanka following the introduction of Buddhism. This is considered the earliest monument, the construction of which was chronicled Sri Lanka. The name Thuparamaya comes from "stupa" and "aramaya" which is a residential complex for monks.

Thuparama Dagoba

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you spend time at Thuparama Dagoba. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Sri Maha Bodhi

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Sri Maha Bodhi is just one of the places to see in Anuradhapura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

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Abhayagiri Dagoba

5/5(5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura with a stop at Abhayagiri Dagoba. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Kuttam Pokuna

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you take a trip to Kuttam Pokuna. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Anuradhapura Folk Museum

You can study the exhibits at Anuradhapura Folk Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Anuradhapura. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.