Maligatenna Raja Maha Vihara, Buddhist temple in Malwatuhiripitiya village, Gampaha District, Sri Lanka.
The temple complex consists of two main areas, Pahala Maluwa and Ihala Maluwa, featuring an image house, ancient Devalaya, and multiple rock caves.
Archaeological findings, including Brahmi inscriptions from neighboring temples, indicate that Maligatenna Raja Maha Vihara dates back to the Anuradhapura Kingdom period.
The temple maintains its status as an archaeological protected site in Gampaha District, preserving ancient Buddhist architectural elements and religious practices.
Visitors can reach the temple via the Gampaha-Wathurugama Road, located 1.6 kilometers from Pilikuththuwa Raja Maha Vihara and 15 kilometers from Gampaha town.
The temple contains an engraved stone door frame from the 8th century AD, identified by Professor Senarath Paranavithana as a significant architectural element.
Location: Gampaha District
GPS coordinates: 7.06686,80.06444
Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:57
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