Embekke Devalaya

Embekka Pilimatalawa Road, Kandy, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle
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Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle

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Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle

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Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle

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Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle

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Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle

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Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle

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  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle

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Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle

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Embekke Devalaya is a historically significant temple located in Udunuwara, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Built during the Gampola era by King Vikramabahu III (1357–1374 AD), it is renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, considered some of the finest in Sri Lankan craftsmanship. The temple is dedicated to Mahasen, also known as Kataragama Deviyo, and also honors Devatha Bandara, a local deity.

  • Historical Significance: Built in the 14th century, featuring exceptional wood carvings
  • Architectural Features: Includes a pillared hall, dancing hall, and drummers’ hall, all adorned with elaborate carvings
  • Religious Importance: Dedicated to Kataragama Deviyo, a deity worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus
  • Nearby Attractions: Close to Lankatilaka Temple and Gadaladeniya Temple, forming a historic temple triangle