Ruwanweli Maha Saya, Buddhist stupa in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
The Ruwanweli Maha Saya rises 103 meters into the sky with white dome walls and features a massive circumference of 290 meters.
King Dutugemunu initiated the construction of this monumental stupa around 140 BCE after defeating King Elara and unifying Sri Lanka under his rule.
The stupa contains the largest collection of Buddha relics in the world, housed within its relic chamber alongside precious artifacts and religious treasures.
Visitors need to remove shoes and hats before entering the temple grounds, while photography and mobile phone use are prohibited in certain areas.
The construction process involved specialized materials including Himalayan clay, crushed stones, and mercury-based bonding agents to ensure structural stability.
Location: Anuradhapura
GPS coordinates: 8.35000,80.39640
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:54
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