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Paleolithic
Mesolithic
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Chalcolithic
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Iron Age
Classical Period
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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
About
The Yudaganawa site, located in Sri Lanka's Uva Province, is an archaeological site of significant historical importance, marked by the Yudaganawa Chaitya and the nearby Yudaganawa Wewa. The Chaitya, a large stupa with a circumference of 317 meters, was initially thought to be a Kota Vehera. However, recent excavations have revealed it was once a complete stupa, erected to commemorate the reconciliation of Prince Dutugemunu and Prince Saddatissa following their battle for the throne. The nearby Yudaganawa Wewa, a reservoir believed to have provided the clay for the stupa's construction, was originally built by King Mahanaga in 300 BCE and plays an important role in local agriculture. This site offers insights into the religious, historical, and water management practices of ancient Sri Lanka.
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- Country
- Sri Lanka
- Source
- Wikipedia