Abhayagiriya Project commenced archaeological excavations

The Central Cultural Fund’s Abhayagiriya Project commenced archaeological excavations of the pond adjacent to the eastern entrance of the Abhayagiri Stupa on 20/03/2025 at an auspicious time.The aim of this work is to preserve the structures belonging to the pond, conduct formal documentation, and then present them to the public for architectural preservation.The excavation work …

Conservation Efforts Underway at Maliga Parvata: Brick Transportation Initiative Launched

A program was organized yesterday (20) to transport essential conservation bricks to the summit of Maliga Parvata for the restoration of the Maligagala Parvata ramparts in Dambadeniya. This initiative is part of the Central Cultural Fund’s Dambadeniya Project, set to be implemented in 2024, and involved the participation of the entire project team.