Monday, August 11, 2014

Paramaanandha Rajamaha Vihara, sights, near Thonigala, Sri Lanka.

The Sacred Bo Tree in the Vihara premises.

A Brahmi inscription on a rock in the Vihara premises.


Holes made in the rock face to acccomodate timber supports for a roof.

Sunday, August 10, 2014

Sights at the Paramananda Raja Maha Vihara, near Thonigala, Sri Lanka.

The lean-to building where various artifacts are found.

A bee-hive on the rock wall.



Friday, August 8, 2014

A statue of Lord Buddha near Narammala, Sri Lanka.


A statue of Lord Buddha in the seated posture as depicted, is a rarity in Sri Lanka. This newly unveiled statue at Narammala close to the highway, was spectacular.