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Lankathilaka Temple ~ලංකාතිලක විහාරය 🇱🇰❤️🇱🇰

#amazing #foryou #explore #srilanka #travel #ancient #buddha The Lankathilaka Temple in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, is one of the most impressive and well-preserved structures from the ancient Polonnaruwa Kingdom, which was the second capital of Sri Lanka after the fall of Anuradhapura. Key Features: • Built by King Parakramabahu I (1153–1186 AD), one of the greatest monarchs in Sri Lankan history. • It’s a gedige-style image house, meaning a temple built entirely of brick and stone, without wood. • The temple originally housed a massive standing Buddha statue, which still remains—although its head is now missing. • The walls of the temple are incredibly tall (over 17 meters), showcasing the advanced architectural skills of the time. • The entrance has intricate carvings and a majestic Makara Thorana (dragon arch). Significance: • It reflects the height of Sinhalese architecture and craftsmanship during the Polonnaruwa period. • The temple was both a religious and cultural center, highlighting the blend of Buddhist devotion and state power.