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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Hatadage is an archaeological site located in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka. Constructed by King Nissanka Malla during his reign from 1187 to 1196 CE, it served as a shrine for the Relic of the tooth of the Buddha. The structure was originally a two-storey building, but only the stone and brick walls remain today, with the upper storey having been destroyed. The architectural remnants, including three partially destroyed granite Buddha statues, reflect the shrine's religious significance. The site is surrounded by a stone wall and features intricate stone carvings and inscriptions, adding to its historical and cultural value. The Hatadage's strategic location near other sacred monuments highlights its importance within the religious landscape of Polonnaruwa.
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