Thuparamaya
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Thuparamaya is the earliest documented Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka. Its building dates to the arrival of Mahinda Thera and the introduction of Buddhism to the island.
The Stupa
Stone pillars around the Stupa suggest that a Vatadage with a conical roof once sheltered the Stupa at the center of the covered space
Thuparamaya Stupa and Stone Pillars
Anuradhapura
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Anuradhapura is a major city located in the north central plain of Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province and the capital of Anuradhapura District. The city lies 205 kilometres no
Thuparamaya
…within Sri Lanka Religion Affiliation Theravada Buddhism District Anuradhapura Province North Central Province Region Anuradhapura Location Location Anuradhapura Country Sri Lanka Coordinates Architecture Type Buddhist Temple Founder King Devanampiya Tissa (247-207 BC) Specifications Width 18 m (59 ft) Height…
Ruwanweli Maha Saaya
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