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Architecture in Sri Lanka by period or style (2 C) A. Sri Lankan architects (4 C, 3 P) B. Buildings and structures by Sri Lankan architects (1 C)
The architecture of Sri Lanka displays a rich variety of architectural forms and styles. Shaivism has had a significant influence on early Sri Lankan architecture, during the reign of King Ravana , then Buddhism has also had a significant influence on Sri Lankan architecture, since it was introduced to the island in the 3rd century BCE .
Sri Lankan building and structure stubs (1 C, 250 P) Pages in category "Buildings and structures in Sri Lanka" The following 2 pages are in this category, out of 2 total.
In Sri Lankan architecture, a pila is a type of veranda that is most notably found in Sinhalese farm houses. [1] The floor or platform is projected beyond the walls creating a continuous ledge on the building exterior. Buildings that featured a courtyard could have an inner pila. [2] [3]
The vatadage is considered to be one of ancient Sri Lanka's most prolific architectural creations; this design represented a changing perspective of stupa design independently within the island. [6] Early provincial vatadages have been in the form of a square [ 6 ] later it developed into a circular form enclosing the dagoba. [ 2 ]
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Official residences in Sri Lanka (2 C, 14 P) P. Palaces in Sri Lanka (4 P) Pages in category "Houses in Sri Lanka" The following 2 pages are in this category, out of ...
Gothic Revival architecture in Sri Lanka (1 C) This page was last edited on 13 December 2022, at 17:59 (UTC). Text ...