Dhowa Rajamaha Viharaya

The Dhowa Rajamaha Viharaya

        The Dhowa Raja Maha Viharaya is one of the most famous temples in Badulu Town. The Dove Raja Maha Viharaya, located a few miles down the Badulla road, is situated in a very picturesque setting. The history of this temple dates back to the Anuradhapura period. Accordingly, its history dates back to the reign of Walagamba (103, 89 - 77 BCE). Four months after he came to power, the South Indian prince invaded the country. King Walagamba, who was at war with the enemy, retreated a little while and was looking for cover. The king lived in this area and organized his troops. According to the chronicles, the king built this temple as a fully fledged temple after destroying the Tamil power of the country for 14 years. After King Walagamba, it seems to have stopped functioning. Especially in AD. In the 16th century, the temples in Sri Lanka were destroyed and they became war camps. These wild ruins were restored in AD. Circa 1880s.

          The Vihara Mandiraya was located at the foot of a huge rock while exploring the archaeological sites of this temple. The temple has three parts. There is a beautiful Makara Pandal in front of the main temple shrine. The Bossertha relic of the temple is an excellent creation. This is the most important mural in the temple. The Buddha's character, which is found in many temples in the painting, has been adorned with Jataka tales such as Vesanthara, Thelapatha, Dharmapala and Suvissi commentary. The oldest Buddha Mandir in the second temple is located here. Two statues of Buddha are at work. The statue of the Buddha is worshiped here. Accordingly, two statues of Lord Kataragama and Vishnu were built. A 36-foot-high statue of half the rock is placed in front of the temple shrine. In the early days it was painted with mortar. The statue is a magnificent work of antiquity. In this manner, the Doha Raja Maha Vihara is a very popular place in Uva.