Exploring the Padanagara of Western Monastery Complex

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are at the Anuradhapura Railway Station, exit the station and head west on Station Road. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with the main road, which is A9. Turn left onto A9 and walk along this road for about 1.5 kilometers. You will pass by several shops and local eateries. Keep an eye out for the signposts leading to the Western Monastery Complex. After about 15 minutes of walking, you will see a sign indicating the direction to Padanagara of Western Monastery Complex on your right. Turn right and follow the path; the complex is about 500 meters ahead.

• Bicycle

  Rent a bicycle from one of the local shops in Anuradhapura. Start from the city center and head towards the A9 road. Turn onto the A9 and continue for approximately 1.5 kilometers. Look out for signposts leading to the Western Monastery Complex. When you spot the sign, turn right and cycle down the path for about 500 meters. Padanagara of Western Monastery Complex will be on your left.

• Tuk-tuk

  Find a tuk-tuk in the city center of Anuradhapura. You can ask the driver to take you to Padanagara of Western Monastery Complex. The ride should take around 10 minutes, depending on traffic. Make sure to mention the specific location using the address '89XF+C9H, Anuradhapura' to ensure the driver knows exactly where to take you.

• Public Transport

  If you are near the main bus station in Anuradhapura, look for buses heading towards the ancient sites. Board a bus that stops near the Western Monastery Complex. Inform the conductor that you want to get off at the stop closest to Padanagara. After disembarking, follow the signs leading to the complex, which is a short walk from the bus stop.