The ancient city of Anuradhapura

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Palace in the Sky

06.11.2008 | Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Sigiriya is one of Sri Lanka's most popular historic landmarks and deservedly so. The ancient, cliff-top palace is impressive for both...

The ancient city of Anuradhapura

06.12.2008 | Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
Home to some of of Sri Lanka's most prosperous ancient civilizations, Anuradhapura still draws thousands to its numerous historic sites.

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