Nalanda Gedige Hindu Buddhist fusion unique architecture
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Nalanda Gedige (near Matale, geographic center of Sri Lanka) is a rare 8th-10th century stone temple showing Buddhist iconography in South Indian Hindu Dravidian architectural style — the only such fusion structure in Sri Lanka. Rebuilt block by block after a colonial dam project. Small, atmospheric, deeply photogenic.
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Ravi J.•13750 rep•138
Free entry, quick visit (30-45 min). Best on the way between Kandy and Cultural Triangle. Locals may not know the site name — say 'Nalanda old temple'. Bring a wide-angle lens for the whole facade in one shot.
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