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Anuradhapura Palace
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Anuradhapura
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Ancient City of the Sinhala Kings, it is considered one of Sri Lanka’s most important archaeological sites. Buddhism was first introduced to the island in the 3rd century BC.
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Kandy
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Cool, beautiful town set on a lake amidst mountains with the golden roofed Dalada Maligawa where the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha is enshrined.
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National Zoological Garden
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Location:
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Dehiwala
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Open daily between 8.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m.
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Description:
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The Zoo has a fine collection of animals, birds, reptiles and fish from all over the world. Entrance fees : Rs 90/- per adult and Rs.45/- per child.
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Fortress of Sigiriya
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Sigiriya
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Spectacular sight of the remains of the fortress and palace built by Kassapa at the top of the Sigiriya rock.
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Trincomalee
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Location:
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Colombo
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Natural deep-water harbor with one of the oldest Kovils (Hindu temple) in Sri Lanka stands on a cliff known as Swami Rock.
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