Lankathilaka Temple in Kovilakanda

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  Anoma Jayaratne

  :: 17 April 2018 22:29:48

  Lankatilaka Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple situated in Udunuwaraof Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located on Daulagala road approximately 4 km (2.5 mi) away from Pilimatalawajunction and a few kilometres from the ancient buddhist temple, Gadaladeniya Vihara. It is considered as the most magnificent architectural edifice created during the Gampola era. The history of the temple goes back to the 14th century. According to historical reports this temple was built by King Bhuvanekabahu IV, who reigned from 1341 to 1351 A. D. He entrusted the construction of this temple to his Chief Minister named Senalankadhikara, who successfully finished the works of this temple. The architecture of the temple was designed by a South Indian architect named Sathapati Rayar. According to the Professor Senarath Paranavithana, Sathapati Rayar designed this temple using Sinhalese architecture of Polonnaruwa era and also with other Dravidian and Indo Chinese architectural patterns.

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  BizPano Solutions l Amila Ishantha

  :: 26 March 2018 05:47:51

  One of the ancient temples in Kandy, calm and quiet place, you may need to visit the place in early mornings or late evening since the rock ground might get warmer due to the sun's heat

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  Miranga Bandara

  :: 03 March 2018 07:16:09

  Better to visit morning hours or in the evening. Nice n calm place... This temple has many architect value...

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  Pamod Nakandala

  :: 17 January 2018 18:53:07

  What a calm place.. as well as very beautiful environment. Very ancient temple which shows old sri lankans architecture abilities.

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  Rangika Halwatura

  :: 11 January 2018 15:47:08

  Another marvelous creations of past Sri Lankan who lived in Kandy era. This temple was built by King Bhuvanekabahu IV, who reigned from 1341 to 1351 A. D. Mainly a masonry structure initially built to four storied building, however, only three stories are visible now. This is built over a big rock an the best time is before 11 am and then you can enjoy the place easily and with a calm and nice climate.