Experiences – Gamodh Citadel Resort

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Lolugaswewa, Anuradhapura.

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About Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura, city, north-central Sri Lanka. It is situated along the Aruvi Aru River. The old section of Anuradhapura, now preserved as an archaeological park and designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1982, is the best known of Sri Lanka’s ancient ruined cities. In the immediate vicinity are huge bell-shaped dagobas (Buddhist commemorative shrines, or stupas) built of small sun-dried bricks as well as temples, sculptures, palaces, and ancient drinking-water reservoirs. The city also contains an ancient pipal tree that is believed to have originally been a branch of the Bo tree at Bodh Gaya (Bihar, India), under which Gautama Buddha attained Enlightenment. The Bo tree branch was planted at Anuradhapura about 245 BCE, and it may be the oldest tree in existence for which there is any historical record.

Anuradhapura

Ruwanweli Maha Seya

Anuradhapura was founded in the 5th century BCE and was the Sinhalese capital of Sri Lanka from the 4th century BCE until the 11th century CE, when invasions from South India forced the shifting of the capital. The city was abandoned and overrun by jungle; in the 19th century it was rediscovered by the British and subsequently became a Buddhist pilgrimage centre. The revival of the city began in earnest in the 1870s. The contemporary city, much of which was moved during the mid-20th century to preserve the site of the ancient capital, is a major road junction of northern Sri Lanka and lies along a railway line. The city is the headquarters of Sri Lanka’s archaeological survey, and tourism is a significant factor in its economy.

Gamodh Citadel Resort

Surrounded by ancient ruins and temples, Gamodh Citadel Resort offers you comfort with cosy accommodation by the garden or the pool. It houses an outdoor swimming pool and a library.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Gamodh Citadel Resort is a 15-minute drive from Nuwarawewa and a 1-hour drive from Wilpaththu National park.
Bandaranaike International Airport is a 3-hour drive away.
All air-conditioned units come with a flat-screen satellite TV, an in-room safe, an electric kettle and a wardrobe.
The en suite bathroom has free toiletries and a shower.
Guests may splash around in the swimming pool, read a book in the library or take a small stroll in the garden after dinner.
Airport transfer is also provided by the property.
The on-site restaurant serves local cuisine, Western food and Chinese dishes.