Abhayagiri Dagoba , Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
About Abhayagiri Dagoba
Abhayagiri Vihara monastery that sheltered 5000 monks was once the seat of knowledge. It was a thriving centre of Buddhist philosophies that attracted scholars from all over the world. This monastery has a number of monastic buildings and stupas of which Abhayagiri dagoba is one. This dagoba, standing at a height of nearly 75 metres, is the second largest brick-built stupa in the country. It was built by King Valagamba in 2nd century BC and renovated by Parakramabahu in the 12th century AD. Saddarma Ratgnawaliya scripture has it that a statue of bull containing the relics of Buddha was buried in this dagoba. It is also believed that the Stupa is built over the footprints of Lord Buddha. The dagoba has four entrances on four sides and these are decorated with the fine sculptures of animals.
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Lankarama Stupa, North Central Province
2 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Although little is known of the Lankarama Stupa, it is certain that it was built by King Vattagamini Abhaya around 1st century BC. This dagoba...
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Thuparama Dagoba, North Central Province
3 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Dagoba of Thuparama is one of the many holiest shrines of Anuradhapura. It stores the right collar bone of Lord Buddha which was brought by...
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Jethawanaramaya Stupa, North Central Province
3.2 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Jethawanaramaya Stupa, originally 400 feet, was once counted in the list of the tallest monuments of the world and its scale was matched only by...
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Ruwanwelisaya, North Central Province
3.3 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
The ancient capital of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, is the seat of religion, traditions and cultures. Every piece of this land has some historical...
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Lovamahapaya, North Central Province
4.5 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Lovamahapaya was once a majestic palace with roofs covered with copper-bronze plates, the inner walls studded with precious stones and had a...
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Mirisawetiya Vihara, North Central Province
4.7 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Mirisaveti Stupa, located 1 kilometre to the east of Maha Bodhi, along the banks of Tisawewa, is yet another tourist and religious spot in the...
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Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Temple, North Central Province
5 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple is the centre of tourist attraction in Anuradhapura. Buddhists from all over the world visit this place because it...
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Isurumuniya, North Central Province
6.2 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Isurumuniya Rock Temple is a lovely, eye-catching temple, situated close to the Tisa Wewa. The temple stands on rock boulders and is set in...
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Mihintale, Anuradhapura, North Central Province
14.8 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Mihintale, famously known as ‘Cradle of Buddhism’, is a mountain peak located close to the religious center of the country, Anuradhapura. It...
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Kaludiya Pokuna Forest, North Central Province
16 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Kaludiya Pokuna forest in Kandalama has rich biodiversity and the ruins of ancient time are also scattered here. The forest is renowned for its...
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Isinbassagala, North Central Province
34.1 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Isin Bassa Gala or Isinbassagala is an unknown place to the tourists but this off beat place can be as surprising as any other famous tourist...
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Wasgamuwa National Park, North Central Province
*55.8 km from Abhayagiri Dagoba - See map
Wasgamuwa National Park is a peaceful inland nature reserve, where one is assured to spot large herds of elephants and buffalos. Unlike other...
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