Sandagiri Seya is a gigantic Stupa on premises of Sandagiri Maha Viharaya in Hanthana. This Stupa is claimed to be the largest of its kind in Kandy.
Sandagiri Seya (Hantana) Not to be confused with Sandagiri Seya, Tissamaharama and Sandahiru Seya, Anuradhapura S andagiri Maha Seya (Sinhala: සඳගිරි මහ සෑය) is a modern gigantic Stupa nestled within the grounds of the Sandagiri Maha Viharaya in Hanthana in Kandy District, Sri Lanka. The Stupa is claimed to be the largest of its kind in the district. The Viharaya serves as a hub for religious activities and cultural events. History The commencement of construction of the temple, including the gigantic Stupa, commenced on 27 January 2017, under the guiding of Buddhist monk Gangasiripura Dhammaloka Thera. The topping ceremony of the Stupa's pinnacle took place on 28 March 2021, followed by the deposition of auspicious objects on 10 September 2022. You may want to read these posts : Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery Nelligala International Buddhist Center Umandawa Global Buddhist Village Stupa The Stupa, located a few kilometres north of Kandy town and beyond the Hanthana Mountain Range , creates travelers a picturesque v…
