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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 .
Atapattu Walawwa is a large colonial era manor house situated at 35 Lower Dickson Road, Walawwatta, Galle, Sri Lanka. [1] The walawwa was constructed by Mudaliyar Don Bastian Gooneratne in 1742. [2] The two-storey 743 m 2 (8,000 sq ft) building is located within a 0.6 ha (1.5 acres) garden, approximately 0.5 km (0.31 mi) from the centre of Galle.
The house and gardens contain many works from artists such as Donald Friend and Laki Senanayake as well as artefacts from Asia and Europe. [ 4 ] Since Bawa's death in 2003, Lunuganga has been managed by a group of his close friends, who formed the Lunuganga Trust.
Adisham Hall, or Adisham Bungalow is a country house near Haputale, in the Badulla District, Sri Lanka.At present, it houses the Adisham monastery of Saint Benedict.It has a relic (a chip of a bone) of St. Sylvester at the chapel.
The first governor, Frederick North, 5th Earl of Guilford, was the son of British Prime Minister Frederick North (2nd Earl of Guilford). [2] The house was planned by the governor himself, the building was later known as 'The Doric' due to the architectural design of the columns which was similar to the Ancient Greek Doric order style.
This is a partial list of the many of colonial era mansions in Sri Lanka. Colombo. Alfred House in 1870. Alfred House [1] [2] [3] Clare House; India House; Jefferson ...
Saifee Villa (previously known as Lakshmigiri) is a mansion at 102, Thurstan Road in Colombo 03, Sri Lanka, located between Thunmulla Junction and College House, Colombo. [ 1 ] 6°53′57.05″N 79°51′33.00″E / 6.8991806°N 79.8591667°E / 6.8991806; 79.8591667
Pages in category "Houses in Sri Lanka" The following 2 pages are in this category, out of 2 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. C.