Thuparama, Polonnaruwa

Thuparama, Polonnaruwa (29 August, 2005)


Thuparama is the oldest and one of the best preserved ancient buildings in Polonnaruwa. According to historians and scholars of ancient Sri Lanka, it was built during the reign of Vijayabahu I (1055-1110). Thuparawa originally housed a colossal seated Buddha of brick and stucco. The vault and arch of this building provide the best example of the structural form of ancient buildings unique to South Asia.

In the inner chamber of Thuparama are a number of Buddha statues in almost total darkness. I can see offering of flowers to the statues. An attendant lit a candle to illuminate the statues.

Front view of Thuparama (29 August, 2005)


The interior of Thuparama (29 August, 2005)


Buddha statues in the dark sanctuary of Thuparama (29 August, 2005)


Vaulted walls of Thuparama (29 August, 2005)

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