SRI LANKA -THE AUKANA BUDDHAA STATUTE

The Avukana statue is a standing statue of the Buddha near Kekirawa in 

North Central Sri Lanka. The statue, which has a height of more than 40 feet 

(12 m), has been carved out of a large granite rock face during the 5th 

century. It depicts a variation of the Abhaya mudra, and the closely worn 

robe is elaborately carved. Constructed during the reign of Dhatusena, it 

may have been made as a result of a competition between a master and a 

pupil. Avukana statue is one of the best examples of a standing statue 

constructed in ancient Sri Lanka. It is now a popular tourist attraction in the 

country.

Contents  [hide] 1 Location and appearance 2 Characteristics 3 Construction 4 Current situation 5 See also 6 References

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