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Dedimunda Devalaya – Aluthnuwara

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Author: Srilanka Tourism Development Authority (26 Posts)

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Significance: The only deity who did not run away in fear at the time of Bodhi

This is a “devalaya” or temple that was built by the Dadimunda deity who was the general to Lord Vishnu. To this day, whenever there is a Vishnu temple one can see that a Dadimunda temple will flank it. The Dadimunda deity was put in charge of protecting Buddhism and eradicating the devils. Dadimunda (Devata Bandara) is said to have come to Aluthnuvara in the Kegalle District, taking up permanent residence in a temple which he had constructed on his own. Though there are a few shrines dedicated to this deity around the island, this is the primary one. Another interesting tradition says that he was the only deity who did not run away in fear at the time of Bodhisatta Siddhattha’s struggle with Mara. While all the other deities took flight in fright, he alone remained fearless as the Bodhisatta’s only guardian. He is portrayed in the attire of a Kandyan chief with his special attribute, a walking stick (soluva). His Kandyan dress symbolizes his suzerainty over the Kandy region

Getting There

Dedimunda Devalaya is situated at Aluthnuwara in Mawanella D.S, Aluthnuwara GS division
Access By Road
Route1: Colombo –> (Kandy Road) –> Hingula Junction –> Turn Right (5km)

Weather and Season

December to February Low probability of rain.
March to April Inter-monsoon season. Higher probability of rain in the afternoons.
May to July Monsoon season. High probability of Rain when Monsoons are active.
August, September Can be quite dry.
October, November Inter-monsoon season with high probability of tropical depressions. High probability of rain.

Attractions and activities

  1. Activities at Dedimunda Devalaya: Pilgrimage
  2. Near by  Attractions:  Uthuwankanda, Saradiyel Village, Bo Ella

Accommodation Options

  1. Ambasewana Walauwa, Aranayake Road, Ussapitiya, Kegalle. 035-2247769
  2. Hotel Sadeepa, Ganetenna, Hingula. 035-2240760
  3. Kurulu Kele Inn, No.17, Albert Senavirathne Mw, Kegalle. (035-2222596)

Look for more accommodation options in this area, search for keywords “Kegalle, Mawanella” in Lakdasun forum accommodation options board

Notes, Tips and Special Remarks

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