Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
Thuparamaya
Thuparamaya is the earliest documented Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka. Its building dates to the arrival of Mahinda Thera and the introduction of Buddhism to the island. Located within the sacred precinct of Mahamewna park, the Thuparamaya Stupa is the earliest Dagoba to be constructed on the island, dating back to the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa.
- City
- Anuradhapura
- Country
- Sri Lanka
- Category
- Religious
- Suggested visit
- About 45 minutes
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Background: Wikipedia