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Replica of the Ashokan Pillar at Waskaduwa Sri Subhuthi Viharaya, Sri Lanka

July 26 , 2025 12 hrs 0 min 35 0

A replica of the ancient Ashokan Pillar has been erected on the premises of a Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka.
It symbolizes a deep acknowledgment of Emperor Ashoka's legacy.
It also reflects the broader efforts by India and Sri Lanka to foster spiritual and cultural harmony rooted in Buddhism.
It has emphasized Ashoka’s role in establishing the Buddha Sasana in Sri Lanka through his children, Arhat Mahinda and Arhat Sangamitta.
The Ashoka Pillar is a timeless emblem of the Emperor Ashoka’s contribution to Buddhism.