The Lankaramaya Stupa, located in the Sacred City of Anuradhapura, is one of the most elegant
and tranquil stupas in Sri Lanka.
Built by King Valagamba (also known as King Vattagamini Abhaya) in the 1st century BC,
Lankaramaya is part of the Atamasthana — the eight sacred places in Anuradhapura.
Though smaller than Ruwanwelisaya or Jetavanaramaya, the stupa’s simplicity and symmetry
make it a beautiful symbol of peace.
Surrounded by trees, ancient ruins, and birdsong, it offers travelers a quiet spiritual escape from
the busier temple sites.
- Main Stupa ⚪: A pure white dome ✨ with ancient stone pillars 🗿 around it 🏛️🔔
- Ruins of Vatadage 🧱: Remains of the circular structure ⭕ that once protected the stupa 🛡️🔎
- Bodhi Trees 🌳 & Flowers 🌸: Calm spots 😌 for meditation 🧘 and reflection 🤔💚
- Devotee Offerings 🙌: Observe pilgrims 🚶♀️ bringing flowers 🌼 and oil lamps 🕯️😇
- Photography 📸: Capture the stupa 🖼️ framed by green trees 🌲 and blue sky 💙✨
- From Anuradhapura Town: 10 minutes ⏱️ by tuk-tuk 🛺 or 25 minutes on foot 🚶♀️👣
- From Colombo: Around 4–5 hours ⏳ by car 🚗 or train 🚂💨
- Nearby Landmarks 🗺️: Ruwanwelisaya 🐘, Lovamahapaya 🏛️, and Thuparamaya 🗿✅
- Dress modestly 👗 and remove shoes 👟 before entering 👣🙏
- Bring flowers 🌸 if you wish to make an offering 🌼🙌
- Visit early morning 🌅 for serenity 😌 and cooler weather 🌬️✅
- Keep voices low 🤫 — this is a place of worship 🧘 and meditation ✨😇
Evening Plan:
- 5:00 PM ⏰ – Arrive 🚶♀️ and walk around the stupa 🐘🔔
- 5:30 PM 🧘 – Sit under a Bodhi tree 🌳 and observe evening offerings 🕯️🙏
- 6:15 PM 📸 – Capture sunset photos 🌇 before heading back 🚗✨
