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According to the
chronicles, Lord Buddha
in the 8th year after enlightenment, on the full moon poya day
of Vesak, visited Kelaniya on the invitation of Maniakkhika the Naga King of
Kelaniya, and seated on the gem throne, the Blessed One preached the
doctrine. The gem studded throne is
enshrined in the Dagaba. This
Vihara was built by King Yatalatissa. The height of the stupa is 80 feet,
circumference is 180 feet. The dagaba is in the shape of a heap of paddy. |