Dagoba of Thuparama
Dagoba of Thuparama
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This ancient site is believed to house the collarbone of the Buddha.
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Colmenar Viejo, Spain2,818 contributions
Aug 2022
The original name of this image house is not known; therefore, the builder of this is also unknown.
It is thought that this was built by a minister of King Parakramabahu (1153‐1186) called Mahinda to house the tooth relic. Another belief is that this was built by king Vijayabahu I (1070‐1110).
This is the only monument among those in Polonnaruwa where the roof is well preserved.
Alberga ocho budas, algunos de los cuales se remontan al periodo Anuradhapura.
Los gruesos muros del santuario tienen troneras por las que entra la luz al interior y permite que resplandezcan los cristales de piedra caliza de los budas.
It is thought that this was built by a minister of King Parakramabahu (1153‐1186) called Mahinda to house the tooth relic. Another belief is that this was built by king Vijayabahu I (1070‐1110).
This is the only monument among those in Polonnaruwa where the roof is well preserved.
Alberga ocho budas, algunos de los cuales se remontan al periodo Anuradhapura.
Los gruesos muros del santuario tienen troneras por las que entra la luz al interior y permite que resplandezcan los cristales de piedra caliza de los budas.
Written February 27, 2023
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Tharaka
Colombo, Sri Lanka5 contributions
Mar 2021
Built by king Dewanampiyatissa in 2nd century. Originally it was in the shape of a heap of paddy but as restorations were done in later years, it took the form as seen today. The story of the stupa, its immaculate white
Written March 24, 2021
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Chachapuma
UK105 contributions
Apr 2011
The oldest stupa in Sri Lanka, it is said to enshrine the clavicle of Buddha.
The current stupa is a later renovation of the original stupa erected by Devanampiya Tissa in the 3rd century BC. The current bell-shaped stupa is encircled by smaller shrines and stone pillars that 'may' have supported a wooden roof.
The current stupa is a later renovation of the original stupa erected by Devanampiya Tissa in the 3rd century BC. The current bell-shaped stupa is encircled by smaller shrines and stone pillars that 'may' have supported a wooden roof.
Written May 17, 2011
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worldnomad_01
Los Angeles, CA1,597 contributions
Nov 2018
The Thuparama is the first stupa built in Sri Lanka after the introduction of Buddhism, and it was built during the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa (about 300 BC) to enshrine the right collar bone of Buddha. Originally it was in the shape of a heap of paddy but as restorations were done in later years, it took the form as seen today. The story of the stupa, its immaculate white color and the brown, ancient stone pillars surrounding it, give it a strange, special aura and make it, in our opinion, the most interesting stupa in Anuradhapura.
Written December 9, 2018
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jehenson81
Washington DC, DC24,923 contributions
Jan 2015 • Solo
I have to say that this was my favorite sight in Anuradhapura as it was very different from the other places we looked around. To see this dagoba was just tantalizing as it has these pillars around it that make you think of Roman or Greek ruins instead of Asian. The pillars were used to support the roof that once spanned over the dagoba to protect it. You have to go and see it for yourself to truly understand
Written February 5, 2015
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profjoypc
Alnwick, UK4,563 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
We really enjoy visiting this place, which has a unique atmosphere. One of the great pleasures of Anuradhapura is the fact that no two constructions are alike and this one is different because of its wonderful columns or pillars which rise some 12 feet into the air in from of it giving the appearance a statement of grandeur. The whole construction is small compared to other buildings in the cultural centre but it is beautifully located in green surroundings and well worth visiting.
Written February 3, 2015
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Miri-hu
Budapest, Hungary224 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
Sri Lanka first - but probably one of the oldest still be seen all over the world - stupa and Theravada Buddhism's most sacred place. No too big, but very charming and the structure of circle sanctuary (vatadage) very interesting. Don't miss it!
Don't forget, hat and shoes forbidden inside the sacred area. You will need sun protection cream, and exchange socks is very practical. The reason not just the dirty floor (these places wasn't really dirty), very often the stone very hot without shoes.
I recommend you, before the visit you must read some historical fact about this place, will be interesting the visit!
Don't forget, hat and shoes forbidden inside the sacred area. You will need sun protection cream, and exchange socks is very practical. The reason not just the dirty floor (these places wasn't really dirty), very often the stone very hot without shoes.
I recommend you, before the visit you must read some historical fact about this place, will be interesting the visit!
Written January 30, 2015
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Hyoga83
Bordeaux, France703 contributions
Sep 2014 • Friends
For us, this was the best visit in all the Unesco site. The columns around the dagoba give it a unique charm and "special" feeling, compared with the similar looking (in style) constructions. It's nice to visit by bike.
When researching for the trip, we decided against Polonnoruwa because Anura would be more atmospheric, mystical and alive. After speaking with other travelers and seeing pictures, I think Polo would have maybe been nicer.
What I do find abusive is the entrance fee: 25 dollars is way too much, even if you get a DVD in the package. Most other tourists, guides, people from GHs agreed that much harm is done with these exaggerated prices and the cancellation of the combo ticket. A normal day salary in SL is 1200 rupees. One hour in a bus, is less than 100 rupees. A normal rice and curry costs around 300 - 500 rupees. How on earth can you justify 3259 rupees to pay for an entrance ticket??? I understand we pay more than the locals, but this is probably 40 or 50 times more. Probably to pay a Government with approximately 60 ministers, many of them opponents, friends and family to the President..........
When researching for the trip, we decided against Polonnoruwa because Anura would be more atmospheric, mystical and alive. After speaking with other travelers and seeing pictures, I think Polo would have maybe been nicer.
What I do find abusive is the entrance fee: 25 dollars is way too much, even if you get a DVD in the package. Most other tourists, guides, people from GHs agreed that much harm is done with these exaggerated prices and the cancellation of the combo ticket. A normal day salary in SL is 1200 rupees. One hour in a bus, is less than 100 rupees. A normal rice and curry costs around 300 - 500 rupees. How on earth can you justify 3259 rupees to pay for an entrance ticket??? I understand we pay more than the locals, but this is probably 40 or 50 times more. Probably to pay a Government with approximately 60 ministers, many of them opponents, friends and family to the President..........
Written October 7, 2014
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Nilmini D
Colombo, Sri Lanka265 contributions
Feb 2013 • Family
It was “Thera Mahinda” from India who introduced “Theravada Buddhism” to Sri Lanka. He requested from the king in Sri Lanka at that time “King Devanampiyatissa” to build a “Chetiya” as a place of worship by the Buddhist. The Collarbone of “Gautama Budda” was enclosed in the center and the Chetiya was build around it. According to the history This Chetiya was destroyed by enemies several times. This supposed to be the first “Chetiya” build in
Sri Lanka. Being a highly respected place of worship by Buddhist around the world this too is visited by most of the tourists.
Sri Lanka. Being a highly respected place of worship by Buddhist around the world this too is visited by most of the tourists.
Written March 19, 2013
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sherry_dissa
Colombo, Sri Lanka612 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
That is a small and very beautiful religious place called stupa of the thuparamaya.that is a most valuable asset of the historical kingdom of anuradhapura
Written July 24, 2019
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