Step back in time at the magnificent Mirisawetiya Vihara. The Mirisaweti Stupa (Sinhala: මිරිසවැටිය, Mirisavæṭiya) is an incredible memorial building, a stupa, situated in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. King Dutugamunu (161 BC to 137 BC) built the Mirisaveti Stupa after defeating King Elara. After placing the Buddha's relics in the sceptre, he had gone to Tissa Wewa for a bath leaving the sceptre. After the bath, he returned to the place where the sceptre was placed, and it is said that it could not be moved. The stupa was built in the place where the sceptre stood. It is also said that he remembered that he partook in a chilly curry without offering it to the Sangha. In order to punish himself he built the Mirisavetiya Dagaba. The extent of this land is about 50 acres (20 ha). Although the kings Kasyapa I and Kasyapa V renovated this, from time to time it was dilapidated.

Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, visiting Mirisawetiya Vihara is an experience you will never forget!