Saman Devale

Saman temple or devale is located on the Ratnapura-Panadura highway, 2 km from Ratnapura town. This devale has been dedicated to the deity Saman and is one of the most famous temples in Sri Lanka. It is well known for its annual pageant, which is one of the significant festivals in July.

Saman devale had been Originally constructed during the Dambadeniya period (circa 12361270 AD). This devale had been restored during the days of King Rajasinghe of Sitawaka. In the stone-built ramparts in front of the devale, there is a plaque depicting two warriors standing in symbolic form. The destruction caused to the devale by the Portuguese is depicted by the plaque. The three-storeyed devale is situated on high ground and a picturesque site. This devale is frequented by large numbers of Visitors.

Saman is venerated as a pious deity and is honoured as one of the four guardian gods of Sri Lanka.

( Heritage of Sabaragamuwa by Dr. H.A.P. Abeyawardana )

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Maha Saman Devalaya, Ratnapura

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