Kelimune Ambalama

Kelimune Ambalama (Photo credit: Google street view)

Kelimune Ambalama is an old wayside rest situated in Kelimune village in Kurunegala District, Sri Lanka.

History

Ambalamas are traditional resting places built by locals to accommodate wayfarers who were travelling to distant places. They were also used as a place for people to gather, hold meetings and serve as a public place in society. During the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, Ambalamas were spread all over the country. 

 

The structure

The Kelimune Ambalama is a rectangular-shaped structure built of brick and mortar. The roof which is covered with calicut clay tiles (Rata Ulu) is held by 8 pillars. Connecting these pillars, a short wall goes around the structure with an opening for the entrance at the front.

Location Map

This page was last updated on 10 February 2022
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