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 North Central Province, Sri Lanka.

Gal Viharaya of Polonnaruwa is a magnificent group of statues of Buddha carved in a rock built by king Parakramabahu (1153-1186) which was part of the Uthararama Complex.

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 Viharaya is a significant site located within the ancient city of Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka. It is renowned for its remarkable rock-cut Buddhist sculptures, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of the Polonnaruwa period.

Welcome to Gal Viharaya, one of the most awe-inspiring sites in Polonnaruwa and a true masterpiece of ancient Sri Lankan stone carving. As your guide, I’m excited to share the fascinating history and spiritual significance of this remarkable site.

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.

2023年10月25日 · These statues are considered among the finest examples of ancient Sinhalese carving and sculpture and have made Gal Viharaya the most visited monument in Polonnaruwa. Gal Viharaya is one of the most famous Buddhist monuments in Sri Lanka, home to four Buddha statues carved on a large rock.

2023年2月22日 · Gal Viharaya is a Buddhist temple in Polonnaruwa, that belongs to the reign of King Parakramabahu. It houses significant statues of Buddha.

Gal Vihara (rock temple) is a 12th-century-place where solid rock melts and impresses! It's no surprise that the Rock Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And this testifies to Sri Lanka's outstanding rock cutting out of solid granite.

Gal Viharaya is a rock temple of the Lord Buddha which is situated in Nissankamalpura in Polonnaruwa. It was built by King Parakramabahu I in the 12th century. The highlight of the Gal Viharaya is the four rock relief statues of the Buddha, which have been carved into the face of a single large rock made of granite.