🏷 Archaeological Site
Owagiriya Ancient Monastery
About This Place
Owagiriya Ancient Monastery
A 2nd-century BC monastery attributed to King Kawantissa. Recently revived through archaeological excavations revealing meditation chambers, preaching halls, moonstones, and a stupa believed to house relics of Lord Buddha and 100 Arhants. Located on a rock plateau with carved steps, the site once hosted hundreds of monks.
Difficulty
🧭 moderate
Best Time
📅 December to March
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Accessibility & Visitor Info
Access via rock steps; site under active excavation; limited visitor facilities
📖 Legends & Stories
Believed to be where King Kawantissa’s sons reconciled after a royal dispute; stupa said to hold sacred relics.
Location
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7.216000, 81.670000
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