Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
Kuragala is an archaeological site in Balangoda, Sri Lanka, with a rich history stretching from the prehistoric period to modern times. The site features evidence of human habitation as far back as 8000 years ago, with findings of stone tools and bone fragments. During the late Iron Age, Kuragala became a significant Buddhist monastery, with caves adapted for monastic use, complete with Brahmi inscriptions and religious donations. In the 14th century CE, it also served as a Muslim shrine, evident from Arabic inscriptions and a tombstone. This multi-layered history is further accentuated by the construction of a brick Stupa in 1971, showcasing the site's continuous religious significance. The combination of prehistoric, Buddhist, and Muslim elements makes Kuragala a site of considerable archaeological and cultural importance.
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