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Alakolagoba Purana Viharaya

Alakolagoba Purana Viharaya is a Buddhist temple in Balagolla village near Meegahakivula, Badulla District. Heritage descriptions note stone pillars associated with a former raised image house and carved guard stones, offering a reason to look closely at the site’s architectural remains.

Temples · Badulla District

Temple heritage beyond the main road.

Alakolagoba Purana Viharaya is a Buddhist temple in Balagolla village near Meegahakivula, Badulla District. Heritage descriptions note stone pillars associated with a former raised image house and carved guard stones, offering a reason to look closely at the site’s architectural remains.

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The ancient stupa and image house are recorded as protected archaeological monuments. Local stories also connect the area with royal history; treat those traditions separately from securely dated archaeological evidence. Use Meegahakivula and Badulla when arranging directions, to avoid confusion with other places named Balagolla.

Local area
Balagolla
District
Badulla
Access
Village temple; confirm the Meegahakivula approach

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Ask temple staff which areas may be visited and where photography is appropriate. Dress respectfully, keep to established paths and do not touch or climb archaeological features. Confirm the final approach and local facilities before setting out.

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Tickets / entry
Current charges have not been verified.
Opening arrangements
Confirm current visitor arrangements locally.
Access
Village temple; confirm the Meegahakivula approach
Getting there
Use Balagolla and Badulla District when confirming the approach.