Kandy (Lankatilake Temple)

This is an important Buddhist Temple in Kandy, constructed by Sthapati Rayar- a South

Indian Architect. Who has completed this in the Kandyan style of Architecture. The King’s Chief Minister Senadilankara constructed this Temple in 1344 A.D.

The original building was a four storied one, 80 feet in height and now only 2 floors remain. The beautiful paintings consist of “Suvisi Vivaranaya” and a large beautiful Buddha Statue in the center.

The several Devalaya are connected to the Buduge wall and an outer wall covers the area.

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