| Thuparamaya | |
|---|---|
ථූපාරාමය | |
 The Stupa | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Theravada Buddhism |
| District | Anuradhapura |
| Province | North Central Province |
| Region | Anuradhapura |
| Location | |
| Location | Anuradhapur |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
  Shown within Sri Lanka | |
| Geographic coordinates | 8°21′19″N 80°23′46″E / 8.35528°N 80.39611°E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Buddhist Temple |
| Founder | King Devanampiya Tissa (247-207 BC) |
| Specifications | |
| Width | 18 m |
| Height (max) | 50.1 m |
Thuparamaya is the earliest documented Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka. Its building dates to the arrival of Mahinda Thera (Mahindagamanaya) and the introduction of Buddhism to the island.
Located within the sacred precinct of Mahamewna park, the Thuparamaya Stupa is the earliest Dagoba to be constructed on the island, dating back to the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa (247-207 BC).[1] The temple has been recognised by the Government and listed as a protected archaeological site in Sri Lanka.[2]
- ^ Gunawardena, C. A. (2003). Encyclopedia of Sri Lanka. Sterlin Publishers Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi-110020. p. 290. ISBN 81-207-2536-0.
- ^ "Archaeological Sites (Map)". Department of Archaeology. Retrieved 20 September 2017.