Korawakgala
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Korawakgala, or koravakgal, are stone balustrades, which are located on either side of the stairs/steps leading to the entrance or door of a religious building or structure. They form one of three dis
The korawakgala at the Polonnaruwa Vatadage (2017)
Korawakgula at the entrance to Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura
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Polonnaruwa Vatadage
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The Polonnaruwa Vatadage is an ancient structure dating back to the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa of Sri Lanka. It is believed to have been built during the reign of Parakramabahu I to hold the Relic of the
Korawakgala
…characteristic of that animal. In addition to these, this imaginary beast is often depicted as breathing flames from its mouth. The korawakgala at the Polonnaruwa Vatadage (2017) elephant's trunk, representing dexterity lion's paws, strength crocodile's jaw, demand for respect boar's ears, acute hearing fishes body…
One of the four doorways leading to the Vatadage.
The Polonnaruwa Vatadage as seen today.
A sandakada pahana at one of the entrances.
One of the Buddha statues on the upper platform, positioned next to the stupa. The brick wall is visible on the background.