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Maviddapuram Kandaswamy Temple in Sri Lanka

Maviddapuram Kandaswamy kovil located in Maviddapuram, Sri Lanka. This temple is said to be over 5000 years old and was destroyed and rebuilt several times. The present day temple dates from the 17th century. The temple's 108 foot gopuram (tower) has been re-built but much of the 17th century temple was destroyed during the civil war. Only high caste Hindus are been allowed to worship in the temple. (Photo by Creative Touch Imaging Ltd./NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#2388636
Date Taken	14 August 2017
Location	N/A
Photographer	Creative Touch Imaging Ltd/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Creative Touch Imaging Ltd/NurPhoto

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