Site hosted by Angelfire.com: Build your free website today!
******** NOTICE ********
We have moved to a new Home. Please Click Here or type www.amazinglanka.com at the address bar to access the most up-to-date information.

Home > Heritage > Polonnaruwa > Rajasabha Mandapaya

Rajasabha Mandapaya

Royal Court of king Parakramabahu

Built by king Parakramabahu this structure is situated in front of the palace. Built on 3 layers of solid rock, the border of the first layer is decorated with carved elephants each in a different posture. Second layer border is carved with figures of lions and the last layer with images of “wamana”.

The entrance to the building is through two beautifully carved lions. The roof has been supported by 48 beautifully carved stone pillars laid in 4 rows. To the south-east of the court there can see the remains of an ancient toilet.

 

Photos


The Rajasabha Mandapaya of the Parakramabahu
The Rajasabha Mandapaya of the Parakramabahu

Lions carved in stone at the entrance to the hall
Stone carvings on the pillers of the hall

 

Home > Heritage > Polonnaruwa > Rajasabha Mandapaya

February 11, 2007