Gal Vihara - Wikipedia
The Gal Vihara (Sinhala: ගල් විහාරය, lit. 'rock monastery'), and known originally as the Uttararama (Sinhala: උත්තරාරාමය, lit. 'the great monastery'), is a rock temple of the Buddha situated in the ancient city Polonnaruwa, the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Polonnaruwa, now present-day Polonnaruwa, in ...
Gal Vihara - History and Facts | History Hit
2021年6月1日 · Gal Vihara, also known as Gal Viharaya, are a series of stone sculptures of Buddha which were created during the reign of Sinhalese king Parakrama Bahu I (1153–1186) in the city of Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka.
Gal Vihara: Monumental Stone Buddhas of Medieval Sri Lanka
2024年5月26日 · Commissioned by the great king Parakramabahu I at the height of Polonnaruwa‘s power, the Gal Vihara Buddhas have endured for nearly 800 years as a testament to the skills of medieval Sinhalese artisans and the unshakable faith of the island‘s Theravada Buddhist traditions.
Gal Vihara | Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka - Lonely Planet
Part of Parakramabahu I’s northern monastery, Gal Vihara is a group of beautiful Buddha images that probably marks the high point of Sinhalese rock carving.
Rock Temple (Gal Vihara) | Polonnaruwa | Sri Lanka Wonders
Gal Vihara, also known as the Rock Temple or Galge, dates back to the 12th century, during the reign of King Parakramabahu I. This sacred site holds immense significance in Sri Lankan Buddhism, and it showcases the artistic brilliance of that era’s craftsmen.
The Gal Vihara | This Exquisite Rock Temple | Planaruwa
2023年8月15日 · This exquisite rock temple complex, located in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, showcases a breathtaking display of ancient Sri Lankan craftsmanship and devotion. Let’s embark on a journey to explore the marvels of Gal Vihara and delve into the secrets it holds.
Gal Vihara
Gal Vihara. Perhaps the most beautiful Buddha images in Sri Lanka are the ones at Gal Vihara. Four images of different sizes are carved out of a cliff about 56 yards long and falls away gradually at each end. Nearly 15 ft. of rock has been cut away to …