Tomb of Vijaya
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Tomb of Vijaya is an ancient monument, situated on the hillock of Medagama Kanda, Panduwasnuwara DS in Sri Lanka. The monument site consists of a stupa shaped circular structure which is traditionally believed to be the tomb of King Vijaya, the first recorded ruler of Sri Lanka. The hillock of Medagama Kanda lies about 6 km south-east of the ancient kingdom, Panduwasnuwara and is surrounded by another two historic temples, Nikasala Aranya Senasanaya and Kande Medagama Raja Maha Vihara. In 2007 the monument was formally recognised by the Government as a protected archaeological site in Sri Lanka. ()
Local name: විජය සොහොනCoordinates: 7°34'27"N, 80°7'38"E
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Kurunegala
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Tomb of Vijaya – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Panduwasnuwara Raja Maha Vihara, Nikasala Aranya Senasanaya, Panduwasnuwara Museum, Panduwasnuwara.
Kurunegala