Introduction
This is the oldest Hindu shrine in Polonnaruwa. Known as Siva Devala No 02 it had
been built by king Rajaraja I (985 – 1014 A.D.) According to a Tamil inscription
found in sites this had been dedicated to the consort of the above king, vanavanmadevi
in the centre of the shrine is the stone – cut sivalinga as the principal object
of worship. Many images of Hindu Gods were discovered from this site. The Namdi
figure, the vehicle of God Siva is presently located in front of the shrine. Hindu
religious activities continue here even at the present time. 31 feet 06 inched height
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