Yapahuwa, Sri Lanka - The Ancient Rock Fortress
Yapahuwa is reminiscent of Sigiriya, with a moat and multiple castle-walls surrounding a rocky outcrop. It was renowned as a defensive fortification even before it became a kingdom, with a general named Subha having held out there against Kalinga Magha's invading army of 24,000.
The most striking feature that greets you at Yapahuwa is the 70 degree staircase.
At top of the climb is the Dalada Maligawa, where the tooth relic was kept for 12 years.
The view from this point is breathtaking. The plains of the dry zone scattered with rocky outcrops is visible in all its glory. There is more to climb after this point, if you dare. There's a rock pool, the ruins of a stupa, and a panoramic view at the top.
Yapahuwa Rock Temple - Breathtaking Kingdom of Solitary Staircase, Sri Lanka
Yapahuwa Rock Temple is a magnificent place that offers its visitors a serene and calm feeling with its solitary staircase that stands up to the sky.
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The story of Yapahuwa rewinds back to 1272 where the King Bhuvenakabahu has bought the capital, which was in Polonnaruwa in that time, to Yapahuwa. He has bought the Sacred Tooth Relic with him and established the new Kingdom here. However, after the king's death in 1284, the Kingdom got abandoned and inhabited by monks.
Yapahuwa was built on a huge rock boulder resembling the shape of world famous rock, Sigiriya. It was a palace and a military stronghold against invaders who came to capture the Sacred Tooth Relic.
You can witness a small beautiful temple on the way to rock fortress, which is addressed as Yapahuwa Rajamaha Viharaya.
There are many caves discovered that were used to have a shrine with Buddha images and Brahmi script inscription.
The temple is easily reachable from the main road and one should not miss visiting this breathtaking Kingdom to acknowledge the proud yet isolated history of this unique palace that used to be a major place in this country once.
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Yapahuwa Rock Fortress, #travel #srilanka
Yapahuwa is situated in Kurunegala district in Sri Lanka. One of the capitals of medieval Sri Lanka. The citadel of Yapahuwa was said to be built by a General named Subha where king Buwanekabahu 1st reign from during 13th Century AD.
Archaeological evidence dates back to 3rd century BC. Including caves, ancient temples and a cemetery built with stone planks.
Takes about 3 hours to reach here from Colombo. A good site to stop by on your way to Anuradhapura passing Kurunegala. Very less research seems to have been done and many ruins are not properly excavated or restored.
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Getting to the top of Yapahuwa Rock Fortress - Hiking Experience
From the main staircase, we will proceed climbing to the top of Yapahuwa rock fortress in this video. Approximately, it will take around 20 minutes to reach there. This is also known as Little Sigiriya
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Yapahuwa Rock Fortress to Maho Town Bus Ride in Sri Lanka
This is a bus ride from Yapahuwa rock fortress to Maho junction in Sri Lanka.
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Yapahuwa Rock Fortress Complex - Places to Visit In Sri Lanka
Yapahuwa was one of the ephemeral capitals of medieval Sri Lanka. The citadel of Yapahuwa lying midway between Kurunagala and Anuradhapura was built around a huge granite rock rising abruptly almost a hundred meters above the surrounding lowlands.
YAPAHUWA ROCK FORTRESS
Yapahuwa is one of Sri Lanka’s most unique and important sites for those interested in the country’s ancient history!
This was was one of the ephemeral capitals of medieval Sri Lanka after the fall of the Polonnaruwa kingdom. The city was a well-planned fortress consisting of the inner city/ outer city sections, encircled by ramparts & moats while strategically using the landscape for security. Complete with three gated entrances and epic fortifications
The Ancient Kingdom of Yapahuwa | Arial View | Sri Lanka
The Ancient Kingdom of Yapahuwa | Arial View | Sri Lanka
Yapahuwa Rock Fortress
the day i visit yapahuwa 1 year ago used my phone for record video
Welcome to the citadel of Yapahuwa HD 1/2
After the collapse of the Dambadeniya Kingdom, due to the Dravidayan invasion, King Buwanaka Bahu the first transformed Yapahuwa to be his new kingdom in the 13th century. Known to have once preserved the temple of the tooth, the outer fortification of the Yapahuwa kingdom is 7 Meters higher than the outer fortification of Sigiriya, a UNESCO world heritage site.
The newly introduced Wayaba Cultural Quadrangle by the Central Cultural Fund consists of conserving four main sites in the South of Sri Lanka, that is Yapahuwa, Dambadeniya, Kurunegala and Panduwasnuwara. CCF TV brings to you the story of Yapahuwa.
Beautifull kurunegala Sri lanka.. Top of the yapahuwa Rock Fortress view.
Kurunegala, Maho., Yapahuwa,
Kingdom of yapahuwa, srilanka. යාපහුව රාජධානිය
Yapahuwa - THE ANCIENT KINGDOM
The rock fortress complex of Yapahuwa is situated in the North Western Province, Sri Lanka. It is approximately between southeast of Mahawa midway Kurunegala and Anuradhapura. The original name of this Buddhist Heritage is Yapawwa, but now this is called as Yapahuwa.
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Yapahuwa The Rock Fortress | Sri Lanka
Yapahuwa The Rock Fortress | Sri Lanka
Exploring the ancient kingdom of Yapahuwa
One day exploration journey to yapahuwa rock fortress. 7th April 2019.
Welcome to the citadel of Yapahuwa HD 2/2
After the collapse of the Dambadeniya Kingdom, due to the Dravidayan invasion, King Buwanaka Bahu the first transformed Yapahuwa to be his new kingdom in the 13th century. Known to have once preserved the temple of the tooth, the outer fortification of the Yapahuwa kingdom is 7 Meters higher than the outer fortification of Sigiriya, a UNESCO world heritage site.
The newly introduced Wayaba Cultural Quadrangle by the Central Cultural Fund consists of conserving four main sites in the South of Sri Lanka, that is Yapahuwa, Dambadeniya, Kurunegala and Panduwasnuwara. CCF TV brings to you the story of Yapahuwa.
In this video CCF TV reaches to the top of the Yapahuwa rock where Suba Senevi fought his battles with those who invaded the country. The crew also explores a cave within the Yapahuwa kingdom.
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Sri Lanka Telecom Pura Varuna - Yapahuwa Dalada Palace
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History Of Yapahuwa ...........
In the early 13th century Yapahuwa was the capital of the country and it housed the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha for 11 Years. King Bhuvanekabhu I, the son of the King Parakramabahu who at that time ruled Dambadeniya, was stationed at Yapahuwa in order to protect the Country from Invaders; built the palace and the temple. After the Fortress was abandoned monks converted it into a monastery and monks still reside among the ancient ruins. Even today signs of early defense mechanisms can still be seen among the ruins.
Structural Significance ..........
On top of the rock the remains of a stupa, a Bodhi tree, and a rock shelter/cave used by Buddhist monks is visible. A couple of caves are seen at the base of the rock, one of which is a Buddhist Shrine whereas another cave has some inscriptions on it. The rock fortress has a strong resemblance to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
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