Ambalama Heritage
Algama Mahawaththa Ambalama
අල්ගම මහවත්ත අම්බලම
Sabaragamuwa Province
Kegalle District
7°10'22.8"N 80°10'43.7"E
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Nine pillars, one roof, and no door. It has stood open longer than anyone can say.
STAND INSIDE IT — 360°
THE PLACE
The Ambalama (Sinhala: අම්බලම) is a simple structure that was designed to provide shelter for passing travellers. There were no charges for using the premises of the Ambalama as it was made, as an offering of goodwill (Pinkama).
The Mahawatta Ambalama is an ancient wayside rest in Algama, situated on the Algama – Horagasmankada road. This rectangular Ambalama is made of brick and mortar. seven square pillars and 2 cylindrical pillars support the structure The roof is clad with clay tiles (rata ulu) To reach the Ambalama, take the Horagasmankada road from Algama and proceed 2.6 km. The Ambalama by the roadside, you can't miss it.
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THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S NOTES
From Algama, take the Horagasmankada road and go 2.6 km. It's on the roadside; you can't miss it.
- Viran de Silva
ONWARD
Or let the island choose – take me anywhere
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