Nagolla Raja Maha Viharaya
Nagolla Raja Maha Viharaya is thought to be built by King Vatta Gamini Abaya aka King Walagamba between 103 BC – 89BC, during his hiding from South Indian invaders.
The temple can be reached from Alauwa Bus Route from Kurunegala. After traveling about 2 1/2 km on this road , you will come to the Dharmapala Mawatha. Take the right by lane in the Dharmapala Mawatha and travel about 1 1/2 km to reach the temple
Source : Nagolla Raja Maha Viharaya ( Sinhala – PDF)
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Travel Directions to Nagolla Rajamaha Viharaya
Route from Colombo | Route from Kurunegala |
| Through : Kelaniya – Ambepussa – Polgahawela Distance : 94 km Travel time : 2.5 hours. Driving directions : see on google map | Through : Wanduramba Distance :5 km Travel time : 10 minutes. Driving directions : see on google map |
