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Mihintale in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka at dusk
Date: 9/18/2021
Mihintale in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka at dusk
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Mihintale stone inscriptions
On either side of the entrance to the Refectory are two Sinhala inscriptions engraved on 2 large slabs of granite known as the Mihintale stone inscriptions. The rules & regulations pertaining to the administrative purpose Date: 4/11/2009 Mihintale stone inscriptions
On either side of the entrance to the Refectory are two Sinhala inscriptions engraved on 2 large slabs of granite known as the Mihintale stone inscriptions. The rules & regulations pertaining to the administrative purposes of the monastery were scripted herein by King Mihindu (956-976 AD)
On either side of the entrance to the Refectory are two Sinhala inscriptions engraved on 2 large slabs of granite known as the Mihintale stone inscriptions. The rules & regulations pertaining to the administrative purpose Date: 4/11/2009 Mihintale stone inscriptions
On either side of the entrance to the Refectory are two Sinhala inscriptions engraved on 2 large slabs of granite known as the Mihintale stone inscriptions. The rules & regulations pertaining to the administrative purposes of the monastery were scripted herein by King Mihindu (956-976 AD)
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Mihintale stone inscriptions
On either side of the entrance to the Refectory are two Sinhala inscriptions engraved on 2 large slabs of granite known as the Mihintale stone inscriptions. The rules & regulations pertaining to the administrative purpose Date: 4/11/2009 Mihintale stone inscriptions
On either side of the entrance to the Refectory are two Sinhala inscriptions engraved on 2 large slabs of granite known as the Mihintale stone inscriptions. The rules & regulations pertaining to the administrative purposes of the monastery were scripted herein by King Mihindu (956-976 AD)
On either side of the entrance to the Refectory are two Sinhala inscriptions engraved on 2 large slabs of granite known as the Mihintale stone inscriptions. The rules & regulations pertaining to the administrative purpose Date: 4/11/2009 Mihintale stone inscriptions
On either side of the entrance to the Refectory are two Sinhala inscriptions engraved on 2 large slabs of granite known as the Mihintale stone inscriptions. The rules & regulations pertaining to the administrative purposes of the monastery were scripted herein by King Mihindu (956-976 AD)
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Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/22/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/22/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
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Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/22/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/22/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
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Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/11/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/11/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
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Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/11/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/11/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
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Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/11/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/11/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
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Mihintale (meaning Mahinda's Hill in Sinhalese) (12km east of Anuradhapura) where The Close Encounter between the Supremely Enlightened Arahath Mahinda & King Devanam Piya Tissa (meaning dear to god in Sinhalese), the famous Deer Hunter took place
Date: 4/11/2009
Mihintale (meaning Mahinda's Hill in Sinhalese) (12km east of Anuradhapura) where The Close Encounter between the Supremely Enlightened Arahath Mahinda & King Devanam Piya Tissa (meaning dear to god in Sinhalese), the famous Deer Hunter took place & the Aryan Sinhalese civilization took flight to still superior civilization by gentle sway of Buddhism.
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Mihintale Mahaseya Stupa
This large bubble shaped stupa known as the Mihintale Maha Seya stupa is on the summit of the Mihintale hill. The hilltop location provides a wonderful all round view of the surrounding countryside. The stupa was built by King Ma Date: 4/22/2009 Mihintale Mahaseya Stupa
This large bubble shaped stupa known as the Mihintale Maha Seya stupa is on the summit of the Mihintale hill. The hilltop location provides a wonderful all round view of the surrounding countryside. The stupa was built by King Mahadathika Mahanaga (07-19 AD). The renovated stupa is 45 feet is in height & 136 feet in diameter. It is believed the stupa enshrins relics (called Urna Roma Dhatu) of Buddha.
This large bubble shaped stupa known as the Mihintale Maha Seya stupa is on the summit of the Mihintale hill. The hilltop location provides a wonderful all round view of the surrounding countryside. The stupa was built by King Ma Date: 4/22/2009 Mihintale Mahaseya Stupa
This large bubble shaped stupa known as the Mihintale Maha Seya stupa is on the summit of the Mihintale hill. The hilltop location provides a wonderful all round view of the surrounding countryside. The stupa was built by King Mahadathika Mahanaga (07-19 AD). The renovated stupa is 45 feet is in height & 136 feet in diameter. It is believed the stupa enshrins relics (called Urna Roma Dhatu) of Buddha.
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Aradhana Gala
Facing the Maha Saya on the summit of the hill is the rock called Aradhana Gala, the location of first sermon in the island by Arahat Mahinda. We can climb onto the rock by hanging on to the iron railings even if we land there on a windy d Date: 4/22/2009 Aradhana Gala
Facing the Maha Saya on the summit of the hill is the rock called Aradhana Gala, the location of first sermon in the island by Arahat Mahinda. We can climb onto the rock by hanging on to the iron railings even if we land there on a windy day.
Facing the Maha Saya on the summit of the hill is the rock called Aradhana Gala, the location of first sermon in the island by Arahat Mahinda. We can climb onto the rock by hanging on to the iron railings even if we land there on a windy d Date: 4/22/2009 Aradhana Gala
Facing the Maha Saya on the summit of the hill is the rock called Aradhana Gala, the location of first sermon in the island by Arahat Mahinda. We can climb onto the rock by hanging on to the iron railings even if we land there on a windy day.
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The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Date: 4/22/2009 The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Date: 4/22/2009 The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
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The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Date: 4/11/2009 The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Date: 4/11/2009 The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
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The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Date: 4/23/2009 The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
Date: 4/23/2009 The Upper Terrace
Another long flight of steps leads us to the heart of Mihintale where King Devanam Piya Tissa met Arhath Mahinda.
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The place where Arhath Mahinda did a meditation here.
พระมหินทเถระ ลูกของพระเจ้าอโศกที่เป็นผู้นำพระพุทธศาสนามาเผยแผ่ยังศรีลังกา มานั่งสมาธิอยู่ที่นี่
Date: 4/11/2009 The place where Arhath Mahinda did a meditation here.
พระมหินทเถระ ลูกของพระเจ้าอโศกที่เป็นผู้นำพระพุทธศาสนามาเผยแผ่ยังศรีลังกา มานั่งสมาธิอยู่ที่นี่
พระมหินทเถระ ลูกของพระเจ้าอโศกที่เป็นผู้นำพระพุทธศาสนามาเผยแผ่ยังศรีลังกา มานั่งสมาธิอยู่ที่นี่
Date: 4/11/2009 The place where Arhath Mahinda did a meditation here.
พระมหินทเถระ ลูกของพระเจ้าอโศกที่เป็นผู้นำพระพุทธศาสนามาเผยแผ่ยังศรีลังกา มานั่งสมาธิอยู่ที่นี่
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Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/23/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as Date: 4/23/2009 Ambasthala Dagoba (Mango Tree Dagoba)
On the plain close to the summit of the rock is Ambasthala Stupa built by King Makalantissa. This is the very spot at which the famous Close Encounter took place. The stupa was once roofed over in vatadage style, as testified by the two rows of pillars around it.
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In 247 BC King Devanampiya Tissa of Anuradhapura met Mahinda, son of Ashoka, while he was deer hunting around the hill at Mihintale -- and was converted to Buddhism....
Date: 9/21/2009 In 247 BC King Devanampiya Tissa of Anuradhapura met Mahinda, son of Ashoka, while he was deer hunting around the hill at Mihintale -- and was converted to Buddhism....
Date: 9/21/2009 In 247 BC King Devanampiya Tissa of Anuradhapura met Mahinda, son of Ashoka, while he was deer hunting around the hill at Mihintale -- and was converted to Buddhism....
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Buddha in the Palms
The buddha is located at a monastery somewhere close to Anuradhapura.
Date: 9/21/2009 Buddha in the Palms
The buddha is located at a monastery somewhere close to Anuradhapura.
The buddha is located at a monastery somewhere close to Anuradhapura.
Date: 9/21/2009 Buddha in the Palms
The buddha is located at a monastery somewhere close to Anuradhapura.
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Maha Stupa
This large stupa known as the Maha Saya is on the summit of the Mihintale hill, built by King Mahadathika Mahanaga (7-19 AD) the base of which is 136 ft (41 m) in diameter. The stupa which was in a dilapidated condition was completely restored Date: 7/22/2004 Maha Stupa
This large stupa known as the Maha Saya is on the summit of the Mihintale hill, built by King Mahadathika Mahanaga (7-19 AD) the base of which is 136 ft (41 m) in diameter. The stupa which was in a dilapidated condition was completely restored.
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This large stupa known as the Maha Saya is on the summit of the Mihintale hill, built by King Mahadathika Mahanaga (7-19 AD) the base of which is 136 ft (41 m) in diameter. The stupa which was in a dilapidated condition was completely restored Date: 7/22/2004 Maha Stupa
This large stupa known as the Maha Saya is on the summit of the Mihintale hill, built by King Mahadathika Mahanaga (7-19 AD) the base of which is 136 ft (41 m) in diameter. The stupa which was in a dilapidated condition was completely restored.
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Mihintale and Missaka Pabatha is situated near to Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka.
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyati Date: 3/2/2004 Mihintale and Missaka Pabatha is situated near to Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka.
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyati Date: 3/2/2004 Mihintale and Missaka Pabatha is situated near to Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka.
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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Steps carved in rock near stupa.
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism Date: 9/22/2009 Steps carved in rock near stupa.
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism Date: 9/22/2009 Steps carved in rock near stupa.
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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The view of Mihintale Maha stupa from a distance
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the pres Date: 3/2/2004 The view of Mihintale Maha stupa from a distance
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the pres Date: 3/2/2004 The view of Mihintale Maha stupa from a distance
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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Aradhana Gala
Which faces Maha Seya is on a summit of a hill. Even during very windy weather pilgrims do not fail to visit this rock, which has iron railings to help them to climb. In the ancient books such as the Mahavamsa it is written that Mahinda cam Date: 9/22/2009 Aradhana Gala
Which faces Maha Seya is on a summit of a hill. Even during very windy weather pilgrims do not fail to visit this rock, which has iron railings to help them to climb. In the ancient books such as the Mahavamsa it is written that Mahinda came to Sri Lanka by travelling through the air. He came down and landed at Sri Lanka on the top of the Aradhana Gala.
Naga Pokuna Passing Ambasthalaya on the western side are a flight of steps. When going down the steps one could see the Naga Pokuna. This has been constructed by King Agbo I and its name is derived as there are figures of snakes with their hoods spread out in the back ground and is one of the most famous ponds.
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Which faces Maha Seya is on a summit of a hill. Even during very windy weather pilgrims do not fail to visit this rock, which has iron railings to help them to climb. In the ancient books such as the Mahavamsa it is written that Mahinda cam Date: 9/22/2009 Aradhana Gala
Which faces Maha Seya is on a summit of a hill. Even during very windy weather pilgrims do not fail to visit this rock, which has iron railings to help them to climb. In the ancient books such as the Mahavamsa it is written that Mahinda came to Sri Lanka by travelling through the air. He came down and landed at Sri Lanka on the top of the Aradhana Gala.
Naga Pokuna Passing Ambasthalaya on the western side are a flight of steps. When going down the steps one could see the Naga Pokuna. This has been constructed by King Agbo I and its name is derived as there are figures of snakes with their hoods spread out in the back ground and is one of the most famous ponds.
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Kaludiya Pokuna
Is also one of the famous ponds at Mihintale. The name is derived from the fact that the water in the pond appears to be black in colour. It is believed that on new moon day Kalu Buddha Rakkhita Thera sat under the Thimbiriya tree, close Date: 9/22/2009 Kaludiya Pokuna
Is also one of the famous ponds at Mihintale. The name is derived from the fact that the water in the pond appears to be black in colour. It is believed that on new moon day Kalu Buddha Rakkhita Thera sat under the Thimbiriya tree, close to the Kaludiya Pokuna, preached on sermon based on Kalakarama Sutta. The word "Kalu" means black. The word "diya" means water, and the word "pokuna" means pond.
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Is also one of the famous ponds at Mihintale. The name is derived from the fact that the water in the pond appears to be black in colour. It is believed that on new moon day Kalu Buddha Rakkhita Thera sat under the Thimbiriya tree, close Date: 9/22/2009 Kaludiya Pokuna
Is also one of the famous ponds at Mihintale. The name is derived from the fact that the water in the pond appears to be black in colour. It is believed that on new moon day Kalu Buddha Rakkhita Thera sat under the Thimbiriya tree, close to the Kaludiya Pokuna, preached on sermon based on Kalakarama Sutta. The word "Kalu" means black. The word "diya" means water, and the word "pokuna" means pond.
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The aerial view of Mihintale
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism i Date: 9/22/2009 The aerial view of Mihintale
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism i Date: 9/22/2009 The aerial view of Mihintale
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
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