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08 May 2018
Jethawanaramaya is world tallest stupa. Stupa was build by king Mahasen and it was belong to Mahayana sector of the Buddhist monks. this is not just a temple it was a monastery that use to teach Buddhism during ancient period. temple complex is laying around the stupa with buildings that reside by monks and arms giving halls and nice ponds it is very marvelous sight to see.
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07 May 2018
This is the first place to visit on sacred city of Anurapura after purchasing the tourist tickets.
Purchase the tickets from the jethawanramaya musiam & see the musiam; then start the tour.
If you need to search on the Google maps, just type jethawaramaya musiam or Anuradhapura ticket counter.response / report this review -
18 April 2018
You will feel the different perspective of life! By the way this us the tallest brick building in ancient world!
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16 April 2018
The Jethawanaramaya (world's tallest stupa) is a stupa located in the ruins of Jetavana in the sacred world heritage city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. At 122 metres (400 ft) It is the world's tallest stupa.
The structure is significant in the island's history for it represents the tensions within the Theravada and Mahayana sects of Buddhism.response / report this review -
22 March 2018
Built by great king Mahasena in the Anuradhapura era this place represents Mahayana chapter. Accepted as the biggest Stupa in the Island.
Not crowded as Ruwanweliseya , you can worship Jethawanaramaya at your ease. If you can visit in the evening it will be better.
Construction works completed up to the pinnacle.response / report this review -
06 March 2018
Very hot around here, specially lack of facilities, but very important buddhist temple to study.
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07 January 2018
The Jetavanaramaya is a stupa located in the ruins of Jetavana in the sacred world heritage city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Mahasena of Anuradhapura (273–301) initiated the construction of the stupa following the destruction of the mahavihara. His son Maghavanna I completed the construction of the stupa.A part of a sash or belt tied by the Buddha is believed to be the relic that is enshrined here.
The structure is significant in the island's history for it represents the tensions within the Theravada and Mahayana sects of Buddhism; it is also significant in recorded history as one of the tallest structures in the ancient world; and the second tallest non-pyramidal buildings after Pharos (lighthouse) of Alexandria; the height of the stupa is 400 feet (122 m),making it the tallest stupa in the ancient world. The structure is no longer the tallest, but it is still the largest, with a base-area of 233,000 m2 (2,508,000 sq ft).Approximately 93.3 million baked bricks were used in its construction; the engineering ingenuity behind the construction of the structure is a significant development in the history of the island. The sectarian differences between the Buddhist monks also are represented by the stupa as it was built on the premises of the destroyed mahavihara, which led to a rebellion by a minister of King Mahasena.
This stupa belongs to the Sagalika sect. The compound covers approximately 5.6 hectares and is estimated to have housed 10,000 Buddhist monks. One side of the stupa is 576 ft (176 m) long, and the flights of stairs at each of the four sides of it are 28 ft (9 m) wide. The doorpost to the shrine, which is situated in the courtyard, is 27 ft (8 m) high. The stupa has a 8.5 m (28 ft) deep foundation, and sits on bedrock. Stone inscriptions in the courtyard give the names of people who donated to the building effort.response / report this review -
06 January 2018
King mahasen was built by this stupa..this is the largest stupa in ceylon.
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03 January 2018
Biggest pagoda which is in sacred Anuradhapure area in sri lanka. Ruined pagoda has been renovated. Opens 24 hrs as i could see and ample parking around the premises. Entrance is free of charge.
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07 October 2017
One of the highly valued historical and religious landmarks located within the ruins of the sacred city of anuradhapura. A part of a sash or belt tied by the Buddha is believed to be the relic that is enshrined here. This is also significant in recorded history as one of the tallest structures in the ancient world. It is 400 ft in height.
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08 September 2017
Very sacred place of buddhist. This is a world heritage
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22 August 2017
One of the largest structure in the ancient world. It shows the engineering knowledge of ancient Sri Lankan people's.
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14 August 2017
Jethawanaramaya dagaba is highest temple in the world & peaceful places . Its made by greatest king mahasen .
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19 June 2017
The largest stupa in sri lanka
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27 May 2017
A magical creation that will soothe your soul. A must visit place that is declared as a World Heritage Site in sacred city of Anuradhapura.
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12 May 2017
Marvellous creation of the ancient people. Amazing architecture built by king Mahasen. Current height of Dageba is 73m.
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05 April 2017
The Jetavanaramaya is a stupa located in the ruins of Jetavana in the sacred world heritage city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Mahasena of Anuradhapura (273–301) initiated the construction of the stupa following the destruction of the mahavihara.
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27 March 2017
The structure is a true engineering marvel in the island's history. It is also significant in recorded history as one of the tallest structures in the ancient world and the second tallest non-pyramidal buildings after Pharos (lighthouse) of Alexandria; the height of the stupa is 400 feet (122 m) making it the tallest stupa in the ancient world.
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