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Mahavilachchiya, located just 32 kilometers from the sacred city of Anuradhapura and bordered by the vast Wilpattu National Park, is a historically and agriculturally significant village situated along the Anuradhapura–Mannar Road. As one travels past the renowned eight sacred sites and the Sambuddha Shrawakaramaya at Lolugasweva and then the road leading to the ancient Thanthirimale Rajamaha Viharaya, the path enters into the Mahavilachchiya Divisional boundary.
Established as a settlement colony for 500 families, Mahavilachchiya’s early residents were almost entirely reliant on farming for their livelihood. Over the decades, the colony has evolved, and its primary village, Pemaduwa, has developed into a thriving rural town.
Pemaduwa holds a special place in Sri Lanka’s Buddhist history. According to tradition, during the reign of King Devanampiyatissa, Theri Sangamiththa paused in this area while en route to Anuradhapura with the sacred sapling of the Sri Maha Bodhi. During her stop, she is believed to have placed the sapling in a simple shelter, or maduwa, allowing the villagers to venerate it. This event is said to have given rise to the name ‘Pemaduwa.’
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| Route from Anuradhapura to Mahavilachchiya Pemaduwa Rajamaha Viharaya |
| Distance : 35km Travel time : 45 minutes Driving directions : see on Google Maps. |
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