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Thalawattegedara Kaluhendiwela Mayurawathi Rajamaha Viharaya is an ancient Buddhist temple with a Tampita Viharaya belonging to the Kandyan era. The temple lies about 9 km from Polgahawela. To reach the temple from Polgahawela, travel 3 km towards Kurunegala up the Kandewatte Ela junction. Take the Wadakada road from here and travel for 2.5 km up to Udapola junction. Turn to Thalawattegedara road from here and the temple lies 2 km down this road.
A Tampita Viharaya is a building constructed on a wooden platform supported by several stone pillars, usually 3-4 feet high. Its roof is supported by a timber structure, and the walls are typically made of wattle and daub. Inside, the chamber walls are often adorned with paintings, primarily in the Kandyan style.
The Tampita Viharaya at Thalawattegedara Kaluhendiwela Mayurawathi Rajamaha Viharaya is quite small in size and is built on 8 granite stumps. A wooden flight of steps takes you to a small porch at the top which directly opens to the image house. This Tampita Viharaya was declared a protected archaeological monument on the gazette dated 07th December 2001.
Also See
- Tampita Vihara of Sri Lanka Index
- Ancient Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka
- Other Places of Interest Within Close Proximity
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| Route from Polgahawela to Kaluhendiwela Mayurawathi Tampita Rajamaha Viharaya |
| Though : Wadakada Road distance : 7.5 km Travel time :15 mins Time to spend : 20-30 mins Driving directions : see on google map |
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