Anuradhapura

For travelers seeking to immerse themselves in deep Buddhist philosophy and historical engineering, the First Kingdom offers unparalleled tranquility.

• Anuradhapura: Guests stay at the 58-acre private sanctuary of Uga Ulagalla. Experiences include guided explorations of the ancient Abhayagiri Monastery, the massive white dome of Ruwanwelisaya, and morning Puja ceremonies with a practicing monk at the Sacred Bodhi Tree, the oldest historically documented tree.
• Mihintale: Renowned as the birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, guests can climb the 1,840 steps to the rock summit for breathtaking sunrise or sunset views.