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Yapahuwa Fortress in sri lanka

  Yapahuwa Fortress is a magnificent kingdom built around a natural rock fortress for defense against enemies, marking a unique milestone in the history of Sri Lanka. Located in the Kurunegala District, close to the Maho railway station, this historical site attracts both local and foreign tourists due to its unique architecture and fascinating history. Historical Background Following the collapse of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom, the capital of Sri Lanka was relocated to safer destinations to protect it from South Indian invaders. As a result, King Buwanekabahu I (1272–1284 AD) chose Yapahuwa as his kingdom. The primary value of Yapahuwa lay in its exceptional defensive positioning. The fortress and palace complex were constructed around a single granite rock rising over 100 meters high. The Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha, a highly venerated object in Sri Lankan Buddhist history, was also once safely enshrined in this Yapahuwa Kingdom. Architectural Excellence and Sculpture The most ...
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Hetadage In Polonnarywa Ancient City

 


This is the Temple of the tooth built by king Nissankamalla ( 1187-1196 A.D. ) It is called hatadage because it was built within sixty ( hata ) hours . It has been a two storried building and the upper floor may have contained the Tooth Relic . among the stone slabs on the walls are three inscriptions of King Nissankamalla of which one has the words " Nissanka Hatadage "  the other inscriptions contain the King's altruistic activities and advise given to the community of Buddhist monks . The roof may have had wooden beams and covered with clay . 







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