I like this place, a pity I didn't really took much pictures on it. It is certainly worth the climb (wonderful panoramic view of the surrounding forest, reservoirs & flat lands and oh many monkeys along the way again, if you zoom in, there are 2 sitting on the fencing:-)) and strongly recommended to visit this World Heritage site for its rich history & cultural heritage.
It is to me, like the Dun Huang of Sri Lanka.
History of the caves could trace back to 1st century BC.
Paintings and statues of the Buddha and his life are spread mainly over 5 caves. Although pretty well-preserved, you could still see signs of history in the caves.
2 Hugh Reclining Buddha from 2 different caves with paintings around the surrounding walls of the caves
If without a guide explaining, it will be just another place of interest but with the explanation of the history & rich culture, one better appreciates the art & place better, so always recommended to listen to the guide's explanation before wandering off to take pictures...
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The Samadhi Buddha
Well arranged offerings of flowers on a stone table before the Samadhi Buddha Image.The Samadhi Buddha is located at a serene park in Anuradhapura. Sitting in a meditative posture, this Buddha image built within a Bodhi-Tree Shrine (belonging to the period between 5-6 centuries A.D.) is believed to be the most exquisite image found in Sri Lanka.
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