Founded in the 4th century BC, Anuradhapura was the island’s capital for over a millennium and the scale of what remains is extraordinary. The Sri Maha Bodhi Tree – a cutting from the original Bodhi Tree planted in 288 BC – is considered the most sacred tree on earth. The Ruwanwelisaya Dagoba stands 55 metres tall. By bicycle with a specialist guide, it makes complete sense.