Aluviharaya

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Aluviharaya, also known as Alu Vihara, is a historic Buddhist temple located in Matale, Sri Lanka. Renowned for its religious and cultural significance, this sacred site is believed to be where the Buddhist scriptures, the (Tripitaka), were first written down on palm leaves in the 1st century BCE during the reign of King Walagamba.

Set against a backdrop of scenic rock formations, Aluviharaya features ancient cave temples adorned with intricate murals, Buddha statues, and inscriptions that depict Buddhist teachings. The temple complex also houses a library preserving historical manuscripts and artifacts related to Sri Lanka’s Buddhist heritage.

Visitors to Aluviharaya can explore the sacred caves, observe centuries-old paintings, and experience the tranquil spiritual atmosphere. The temple remains an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and a fascinating historical destination for travelers interested in Sri Lanka’s rich religious traditions.

Overall, Aluviharaya is a must-visit for those seeking a deeper understanding of Sri Lanka’s Buddhist history. Its blend of spiritual significance, historical value, and natural beauty makes it a remarkable cultural landmark.

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About Central Province

The Central Province of Sri Lanka consists primarily of mountainous terrain. The province has an area of 5,674 km², and a population of 2,421,148. Some major towns include Kandy, Gampola (24,730), Nuwara Eliya and Bandarawela. The population is a mixture of Sinhalese, Tamil and the Moors.

Both the hill capital Kandy and the city of Nuwara Eliya are located within the Central Province as well as Sri Pada. The province produces much of the famous Ceylon tea, planted by the British in the 1860s after a devastating disease killed all the coffee plantations in the province. Central Province attracts many tourists, with hill station towns such as Kandy, Gampola, Hatton and Nuwara Eliya. Temple tooth or Dalada maligawa is the main sacred place in Centrel province.

The climate is cool, and many areas about 1500 meters often have chilly nights. The western slopes are very wet, some places having almost 7000 mm of rain per year. The eastern slopes are parts of the mid-dry zone as it is receiving rain only from North-Eastern monsoon. The Temperatures range from 24°C at Kandy to just 16°C in Nuwara Eliya, which is located 1,889 m above sea level. The highest mountains in Sri Lanka are located in the Central Province. The terrain is mostly mountainous, with deep valleys cutting into it. The two main mountain regions are the central massif and the Knuckles range to the east of Kandy.

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