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Best time of day to visit Anuradhapura ruins.

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Aaron H.•360 rep•1
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To avoid the intense heat, should we go very early in the morning or late afternoon.

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Aaron H.•360 rep•1

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To avoid the intense heat, you should enter the ancient city exactly when the gates open at 7:00 AM. Exploring in the early morning is cool, peaceful, and offers the best lighting for photos.

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Amali K.•18680 rep•1

You absolutely must avoid the midday sun between 11 AM and 3 PM. You have to walk barefoot on the stone courtyards around the stupas, and the stone gets hot enough to severely burn your feet during the day.

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Kasun D.•24350 rep•1

Alternatively, visiting late in the afternoon around 4:00 PM is also fantastic. This is when local pilgrims gather at the stupas to light oil lamps and chant, creating a deeply spiritual atmosphere.

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