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The Ancient Monastery of Unagalawehera
Unagalawehera Rajamaha Viharaya — 15 km from Polonnaruwa
ROCK-CUT CAVES AT UNAGALAWEHERAPhoto by Geoarthouse1124 on Wikimedia CommonsNotable for its ancient rock inscriptions, which provide insight into early Buddhist practices in Sri Lanka.
A Buddhist temple complex located near Polonnaruwa, with origins dating back to the 3rd century BCE. The site features rock-cut caves and ancient inscriptions that reflect its historical significance.
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8.0137° N, 80.9898° ECarto · OSM
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