Nape Bodhirukkarama Purana Tampita Viharaya

Tampita Vihara (Temple on Pillars) is a unique type of image house found in some Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. These buildings have a distinctive architectural design. In the 17th-19th century, these Tampita Viharas were a popular aspect of many Buddhist temples. 

The Vihara situated in the village of Nape in Nelundeniya, Kegalle district in Sabaragamuwa province. Just 16 kilometres to the south from Kegalle town towards Colombo. 

Nape Bodhirukkarama Viharaya is about 150 years old. Today the Vihara also function as a Privena named Sri Seelananda Maha Pirivena. You can see the name at the Udukumbara junction. This ancient Vihara was the resident of the famous Ven. Lenagala Siriratana thero; who was actively involved in leading the Kandyan rebellion in 1818.