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Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara, an ancient Buddhist temple with a large stupa
TISSAMAHARAMA STUPAPhoto by Wikipedia: Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara on WikipediaIn Tissamaharama

CULTURAL

A Historic Buddhist Temple

Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara · Southeastern Region

Built

2nd century BCE

Visit

1-2 hrs

Best

Morning

Region

Southeastern Region

One of the oldest Buddhist sites in Sri Lanka, it offers insights into the island's early religious practices and architecture.

Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple complex located in Tissamaharama, dating back to the 2nd century BCE. It features a large stupa and numerous ruins that reflect the temple's historical significance in the region.

2nd century BCE1-2 hrsMorning
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