2) Wikramagamage, C., 2004. Heritage of Rajarata: Major natural, cultural, and historic sites. Colombo. Central Bank of Sri Lanka. p.137.
Buddhism and Sri Lanka
According to Sri Lankan chronicles, Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century B.C. by Arhant Mahinda, during the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa.
Sri Lankan Inscriptions
The earliest trace of epigraphy in South Asia is said to be found in Sri Lanka. A piece of pottery, dated to circa the 4th century B.C. has been discovered from the Anuradhapura citadel.
Architecture of Sri Lanka
The architecture of Sri lanka has a long history and shows diversed forms and styles, mainly infuenced by their religions and traditional beliefs.
Sri Lankan Antiquities
Inherited from the past, Sri Lanka has a large number of antiques with cultural and historical significance which reflects the glory of past era.
Visit Sri Lanka
Located in the northern waters of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is an island blessed with a large number of attractons which has made the country an ideal destination for the tourism.
Sunday, 31 October 2021
Jetavanarama Alms-Hall
2) Wikramagamage, C., 2004. Heritage of Rajarata: Major natural, cultural, and historic sites. Colombo. Central Bank of Sri Lanka. p.137.
Third Samadhi Statue and Bodhigharaya III
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Saturday, 30 October 2021
Prasada Stupa, Abhayagiri Monastery
Kappagoda Raja Maha Viharaya
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Friday, 29 October 2021
Omalpe Tempita Viharaya
Omalpe Tempita Viharaya
2) Silva, K.D. and Chandrasekara, D.P., 2021. The Tämpiṭavihāras of Sri Lanka: Elevated Image-Houses in Buddhist Architecture. Anthem Press. pp.144-145.
O.M. da Silva Cosme
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Thursday, 28 October 2021
Kadireshan Kovil (Anuradhapura)
Mapakada Wewa
Wednesday, 27 October 2021
Ridiyagama Wewa
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Balaharuwa Wewa
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Tuesday, 26 October 2021
N.A. Jayawickrama
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Mendis Rohanadeera
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Monday, 25 October 2021
Kurunegala Lake
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Anagimala Ella Falls
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Sunday, 24 October 2021
King Sri Rajadhi Rajasinha of Kandy
From the Dutch to the British occupation
2) Abeywardana, H.A.P., 2004. Heritage of Kandurata: Major natural, cultural and historic sites. Colombo: The Central Bank of Sri Lanka. pp.108-109.
3) De Silva, K.M (Editor in chief), 2009. History of Ceylon: Vol. III. Ministry of Higher Education. pp.6,13-16.
4) Dias, M., 1991. Epigraphical notes (Nos 1 -18). Colombo: Department of Archaeology. pp.33,35-36.
5) Mudiyanse, N., 1973. The Ecclesiastical Code of Rājādhirājasiṁha. Journal of the Sri Lanka Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, 17, pp.22-27.
6) Paranavitana, S., 1960. Lankatilaka inscriptions. University of Ceylon Review. Vol. XVIII, Nos. 1 & 2. pp.1-45.
7) Ranawella, S., 2015. Archaeological Survey of Ceylon: Inscriptions of Ceylon: Vol. IX. Department of Archaeology. ISBN: 978-955-9159-98-8. pp.63-64.
A. V. Suraweera
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Saturday, 23 October 2021
K. Jayatilaka
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Thisara Sandeshaya
Friday, 22 October 2021
Pathirakali Amman Temple, Trincomalee
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Christ Church, Mutwal
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Thursday, 21 October 2021
Malwathu Maha Viharaya
2) Rajapakse, S., 2016. Pauranika Sthana Ha Smaraka: Mahanuwara Distrikkaya (In Sinhala). Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka. ISBN:955-9159-34-8. pp.44-45.
3) The Gazette of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. No: 1677. 21 October 2010. p.1750.