Kotmale Mahaweli Maha Seya
කොත්මලේ මහාසෑය
This storied Buddhist temple is a rare example of a stupa within a stupa.

📜 Buddhist stupa in Sri Lanka, completed in 2016 after 33 years of construction.
🔍 Known as Lanka's largest modern stupa.

Why Go

🌊 Rare example of a stupa within a stupa
✨ Second largest stupa in Sri Lanka
🎶 Hollow dome creates intense echo, enhancing spiritual experience
🏞️ Landmark visible from afar in Kotmale Valley

Tips

💡 Designed after traditional Anuradhapura ancient stupas.
🏛️ Features prominent carved moonstones, guard stones, and wing stones at entrances.

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