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Unduvap Poya RELIGIOUS
( Nov)
Each November, thousands of pilgrims flock to Anuradhapura for Unduvap Poya, which
marks the arrival of the sacred bodhi tree from India, and there are impressive ceremonies.
Tours
Most places to stay can arrange for licensed guides if you'd like - useful if you want a
deep understanding of Anuradhapura and its rich history. Rates start at about Rs 1500 for
two hours with you providing the transport.
One of the best local guides is Charitha Jithendra Jith ( 077 303 7835;
charithjith@yahoo.com ) .
Sleeping
Hotels and guesthouses are scattered around town and many new places are opening in the
countryside around the city. The greatest concentration of places is in the pleasant leafy
neighbourhood between Main St and the Nuwara Wewa tank.
Note that commission-seeking hotel touts often board trains a few stations outside of
town and hassle visitors. Three-wheeler drivers are equally pushy. Many places offer a free
pick-up from transport terminals.
Milano Tourist Rest HOTEL
( MAP GOOGLE MAP ; 222 2364; www.milanotouristrest.com ; 40/596 JR Jaya Mawatha;r Rs
1500-3500; )
An excellent place to stay, Milano is a professionally run place in an elegant late-1950s
house, with period furnishings and a touch of class that belie the moderate prices. All
rooms have thick mattresses, fridges, satellite TV and modern bathrooms. The restaurant is
good and there's a lovely garden for al fresco dining.
Miano has expanded operations to a second villa a short walk away, which offers the
same high standards.
French Garden Tourist Rest GUESTHOUSE
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