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2 unusual facts about Abhayagiri vihāra


Abhayagiri

Abhayagiri vihāra a ruined monastic complex of great historical significance in Sri Lanka.

Abhayagiri vihāra

The accession of King Mahasena in the 3rd century AD saw the suppression of the Mahavihara monks.



see also

Jetavanaramaya

The monks dwelling at the premises moved to Malaya and Ruhuna, this followed by the pillaging of Mahavihara by Snaghamitta and minister Sona, all valuable were transferred to Abhayagiri vihara.