Relic Shrine in Abayagiri Monastery
Right side pillars of the Relic Shrine |
This was a special shrine in Uttara Mula in the Abayagiri Monastery utilised for ritual purposes associated with relics of Buddha. Paying homage to the relics of Buddha was a popular ritual in the Abayagiri Monastery. This building has been recognised as a Relic Shrine from the architectural features.
The building is built on a high platform and you can see most of the stone pillars which held the roof has been restored. On the head is each pillar is a beautifully carved row of 'Vamana' in the form of holding the roof by their hands.
At the entrance two well preserved guardstones can be seen.
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The Relic Shrine |
Left Guardstone |
Left side pillars of the Relic Shrine |
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Created : March 9, 2008
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March 9, 2008
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