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Maligawila Buddha Statue
Buttala
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About
Tallest free-standing ancient Buddha statue in Sri Lanka, carved from limestone during the 7th century by Prince Aggabodhi. Reconstructed in 1980 after being found broken in 1951.
Highlights
Tallest free-standing ancient statue
7th century origin
Limestone carving
Reconstruction story
Visitor Information
Opening Hours
Dawn to Dusk
Entry Fee (Foreigners)
Low
Location
Buttala, Monaragala, Uva Province
GPS: 6.6200, 81.2800
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Difficulty
Easy
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