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The restored brick dome of the Abhayagiri stupa, Anuradhapura
ABHAYAGIRI STUPAPhoto by Wikipedia: Abhayagiri Vihāra on Wikipedia3 km from Anuradhapura

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The Abhayagiri Monastic Complex

Abhayagiri Vihara · Cultural Triangle

Built

2nd c. BCE

Visit

2-4 hrs

Best

Morning

Region

Cultural Triangle

At its height the monastery housed five thousand monks — its stupa was among the tallest structures of the ancient world.

An ancient Buddhist monastery complex established in the 2nd century BCE, located near Anuradhapura in the Cultural Triangle. It features the remains of a large stupa and various monastic buildings, showcasing the architectural style of ancient Sri Lanka.

2nd c. BCE2-4 hrsMorning
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