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Welcome to Tissamaharama
The small town of Tissamaharama is, unsurprisingly, About 40km (25 miles) north east of Hambantota, Tissamaharama (usually referred to by the diminutive Tissa, just as Trincomalee is referred to as Trinco) was the ancient capital of the province of Ruhunu in the 3rd century BC. It was the place in the deep south, where Sinhalese patriots fled to rally support

against Indian invaders in the north. The beautiful tank in Tissa, the Tissa Wewa, was enlarged in the 2nd century BC. Today, with its remarkable bird life, it provides the scenic backdrop to the town. The other main feature is the number of ancient dagobas in the area. Most impressive is the restored Maha Thupa (Great Dagoba), located between Tissa town centre and the tank.

It is believed to have donated by King Kavantissa in the 2nd century BC or even earlier and was the largest dagoba in the island at the time. Today, for Buddhist pilgrims, it is one of the 16 most sacred sites in the country. Nearby stands the restored Sandagiri Dagoba, together with the remains of a monastery complex. Close to the road is the Yatala Dagoba with its surrounding moat, fine elephant wall, and large moonstone. There is also a large monolith with scorings on one face that are believed to have been made by chains used to tether royal elephants.

Near this site is a museum containing some significant archaeological finds from the Ruhunu area. Lastly, there is the extensively restored Menik Dagoba, which is part of the Menik Raja Maha Vihara.

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