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Nalanda Gedige in Matale, what is the history.

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Why does this ancient temple look like a mix of Hindu and Buddhist architecture.

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Nalanda Gedige is a fascinating archaeological mystery. It was built between the 8th and 10th centuries and uniquely features heavy South Indian Hindu architectural elements, specifically Pallava style, combined seamlessly with Buddhist carvings. It is widely considered one of the earliest stone buildings constructed in Sri Lanka.

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