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Anuradhapura Heritage Mountain bike / bicycle Tour
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I’m Saranga, an English-speaking guide from the Anuradhapura area. Join me on a mountain bike adventure through the ancient UNESCO World Heritage City of Anuradhapura, where history, culture, and nature come together beautifully.
- Up to 20 travelers in the group
What to expect
- 1At 122 metres (400 ft), it was the world's tallest stupa, and the third tallest…At 122 metres (400 ft), it was the world's tallest stupa, and the third tallest structure in the world when it was built by King Mahasena of Anuradhapura (273–301). 15 min
- 2Samadhi StatueThe Samadhi Buddha is a famous statue situated at Mahamevnāwa Park in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. The Buddha is depicted in the position of the Dhyana Mudra, the posture of meditation associated with his first Enlightenment. This statue is 7 feet 3 inches in height and carved from dolomite marble. 20 min Admission included
- 3Abayagiriya StupaAbhayagiri Vihāra was a major monastery site of Mahayana, Theravada and Vajrayana Buddhism that was situated in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most extensive ruins in the world and one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage cities in the nation. 20 min Admission included
- 4Twin Baths (Kuttam Pokuna)Kuttam Pokuna (twin ponds or pools) are well preserved old bathing tanks or ponds in Sri Lanka. This pair of ponds was built by the Sinhalese in the ancient Anuradhapura Kingdom. They form part of the Abhayagiri vihāra complex and are an example of the works in the field of hydrological engineering, architecture and art of the ancient Sinhalese. 20 min Admission included
- 5Eth PokunaThe Elephant Pond (Eth Pokuna) in Anuradhapura is a massive ancient reservoir built during the reign of the kings in Sri Lanka's historical Anuradhapura Kingdom. Measuring approximately 159 meters in length, 52 meters in width, and 9.5 meters in depth, it was used to supply water to the nearby monasteries. The pond's name likely comes from its enormous size, suggesting it could even accommodate elephants. A testament to ancient Sri Lankan engineering, the pond highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the era's hydraulic systems 20 min Admission included
- 6Moonstone or Sandakada pahanaSandakada Pahana, also known as Moonstone, is a unique feature of the architecture of ancient Sri Lanka. It is an elaborately carved semi-circular stone slab, usually placed at the bottom of staircases and entrances. 25 min Admission included
- 7some of the most complex irrigation systems of the ancient world. The earliest…some of the most complex irrigation systems of the ancient world. The earliest examples of irrigation works in Sri Lanka date from about 430 BCE, during the reign of King Pandukabhaya, and were under continuous development for the next thousand years. In addition to constructing underground canals, the Sinhalese were the first to build completely artificial reservoirs to store water 20 min
- 8Main Refectory of Abayagiri MonasteryThe famous Chinese traveler monk Fa-Hien who visited the monastery in the 5th century stated that the monastery housed up to 5,000 monks at that time. All the meals of these monks would have been prepared and served at this location. 10 min Admission included
- 9The Ruwanweliseya is sited in the Ancient Sinhala capital of Anuradhapura in the North…The Ruwanweliseya is sited in the Ancient Sinhala capital of Anuradhapura in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka. It was built by King Dutugamunu (137 BC – 119 BC) and completed by his younger brother, King Saddhatissa, after his death. The Ruwanweliseya is ranked among the tallest ancient monuments in the world. 30 min Admission included
- 10Sri Maha Boodhi TempleThe Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred fig 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. 30 min Admission included
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Make a day of itPlan my day lines up what else is on in Anuradhapura, with real start times.
Plan my dayWhat’s included
- Local people cook vegetarian food place call hela bojun
- Guide tour
- Bottled water
- Branded Mountain cycle
- Tea / Coffee or Fruit Juice
- Parking Fees
Not included
- Unesco ticket 30 USD for person. Under age of 13 year ticket 15USD
- As we will be visiting temples, please bring a wraparound cloth if your knees are not covered.
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Meeting & pickup
Meeting pointAnuradhapuraGet directions (opens Google Maps)
Just search google map (Rides Hub) kindly find location. In side location having summer hut with wooden carving. Look for guide wearing White colour T-shirt.