Half day tour - in Sacred city of Anuradhapura Or sacred city of Mihintale.
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
I’m tourist guide license holder in Sri Lanka, I do explanations about all monuments and historical places in Sri Lanka.
Also Buddhism and history in Sri Lanka.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi
The Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred Bo tree, or Ficus religiosa, that stands in the Mahamewna Gardens in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Not only is it the closest authentic living link to Gautama Buddha, it is also the oldest human-planted tree in the world with a known planting date and a recorded history. About 2,600 years ago, Lord Gautama Buddha sat with his back against an Esathu tree on the banks of the Neranjana River in Bodhgaya, India. It was at this moment, as he sat against the tree, that the Buddha is said to have achieved enlightenment. In doing so, the tree also gained a venerated status. It became known as the Bodhi tree, and pilgrims came to see it even within the lifetime of the Buddha. Later, in 236 BC, the Buddhist nun Sanghamitta Maha Theri was sent by Emperor Asoka from India to Sri Lanka. With her, she carried a southern branch of the original sacred fig. one of the earliest kings of Sri Lanka whose reign was notable for the arrival of Buddhism. In 288 BC,
Lovamahapaya Brazen Palace
Lovamahapaya is a building situated between Ruwanweliseya and Sri Mahabodiya in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is also known as the Brazen Palace or Lohaprasadaya because the roof was covered with bronze tiles. In ancient times, the building included the refectory and the uposathagara (Uposatha house). There was also a Simamalake where the Sangha assembled on Poya days to recite the sutra of the confessional. The famous Lohaprasada built by King Dutugemunu, described as an edifice of nine stories, was a building of this class. One side of the building was 400 ft (120 m) in length. There are 40 rows, each row consisting of 40 stone pillars, for a total of 1600 pillars. It is said that Lovamahapaya was adorned with corals and precious stones. It is believed that it took six years for the construction of the building and the plan was brought from the heavens. The building was completely destroyed during the reign of King Saddhatissa.
Options
Whole day tour
Anuradhapura / Mihinthale Pickup included
3 1/2 hour tour in Sacred city of Anuradhapura.
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
Mango Mango Hotel & Apartment
Alley 16, My Da Dong 12, My An Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District Da Nang Vietnam
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good guide to Anuradhapura & beyond
allowade,Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good guide who explains a lot of interesting things, but does not overload you with information. We loved that. He responded to our wishes. Great: he speaks really good English! We understood everything. For the means of transport is paid separately
Very nice and interesting tour
Jasperni,Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice and interesting tour. Lampa knew with great enthusiasm very clearly and a lot about the city and Buddhism within Sri Lanka. Absolutely recommended.
Awesome and knowledgeable guide!
Stephanie C,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a brilliant morning tour. Our guide was super knowledgeable, and we visited all the sites.. I would definitely recommend it We are solo travellers, and we learnt a lot from our guide.
Warning
sintr2025,Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Expensive driver + expensive lunch (which we also payed his). We didn't get to see the paying sites, although we payed him to buy us tickets. We think he never bought the tickets en kept the money to himself. Although we learned a lot about Anuradhapura and Buddhism, this doesn't outweigh the way we feel treated. Just be cautious when you book him.
A knowledgeable and entertaining guide
jefferycox377,Mar 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lampa took us to both the key Sacred City sites of Anuradhapura and to Mittinhale. He was always prompt, knowledgeable and entertaining. Even in the pouring rain! Highly recommended.
Super interesting and fun tour!
liselotted2025,Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend and I did a two half a day tours with Lampa. We had a great time. He explained everything about the history and culture of Sri Lanka very well and was great fun too! Would 100% recommend
Had a super nice two day...
Liz D,Jan 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a super nice two day tour with Lampa . He explained everything about the tempels and other facts about Sri Lanka perfectly and was fun as well. Would 100% recommend!
Anuradhapura with Lampa
Travel698129,Oct 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We knew about Lampa in our hotel. We did the half day tour in Anuradapura. Really good time discovering the important places in Anuradapura and learning from Lampa. We really recommend Lampa as guide in the Sacred city. Thank you Lampa.
Perfect guide & tour for the sightseeing’s in Adurandapura.
Claudia G,Sep 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Lampa’s tour is the best activity to do in Anduradaphura. Frist of all, Lampa’s English is really good. He tells great stories about the city, it’s history, and about buddhism. We went for a full day, starting in Andurahapura and finishing in Minthale. We could easily communicate about the pick-up place and the things we wanted to see during our tour. I highly recommend Lampa’s tour.
Thank you Lampa!
maritm694,Sep 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour with Lampa and it definitely outdid our expectations!! Lampa was the best possible tour guide we could have wished for: he explained everything in a lot of detail, was enthusiastic, spoke very very good English and answered all our questions. By throwing back questions at us he quizzed the things he said so we could remember it more, which made it more fun. He had so much knowlegde about the history of buddism and Sri Lanka in general and told it in a fun and understandable way. The price may be higher than other tour guides offer but Lampa is an official licenced tour guide who studied for this job and tells so much more than the cheaper opties who would just walk along without explaining more details about the sights and history of the buddism. I would 100% recommend booking this tour with him if you are staying in Anuradhapura, looking to immerse yourself in the history of buddhism and support a hardworking man at the same time! Thank you again Lampa, it was unforgetable today and we loved it!
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