SRI LANKA | Monday, 1 July 2013 | Views [403] | View Larger Image
A Backdrop for All Eras-
From the day of Lord Buddah ‘s second Visit to Sri Lanka , The “Kelaniya Temple”, has been a cymbal of “Buddhism in Sri Lanka”. That may also be the reason for numerous destructions, which it has to withstand throughout the ages. This resilient power of being reborn has made the temple a sanctuary for paintings and sculpture from varies eras.
As the sun sets over the Stupa in the background, these 'art forms' becomes the backdrop to everyday life of the people.
