Magul Maduwa (Audience Hall) of the Kandyan Palace
The Kandy Palace had a building called the “Magul Maduwa” where the king would hold meetings with his ministers and conduct administrative tasks. It was also known as the “Maha Naduwa” or high court by the locals, as it was used as a court by the king. This building, also called the Assembly Hall or Audience Hall, was constructed by King Rajadhi Rajasinhe between 1779-1797, but it was left incomplete during his reign.
The “Magul Maduwa” played a significant role in Sri Lanka’s history, particularly in 1815 when the last Sri Lankan kingdom was handed over to the British throne, marking the end of over 2500 years of sovereignty. The British also used this building as their church for their conversion process during their occupation, which was described by the Lord Bishop of Calcutta, Rev Reginald Herber in his book ‘Narrative of a Journey Through the Upper Provinces of India’ published in 1829.
The current “Magul Maduwa” is an extension of the original building made by the British...
The “Magul Maduwa” played a significant role in Sri Lanka’s history, particularly in 1815 when the last Sri Lankan kingdom was handed over to the British throne, marking the end of over 2500 years of sovereignty. The British also used this building as their church for their conversion process during their occupation, which was described by the Lord Bishop of Calcutta, Rev Reginald Herber in his book ‘Narrative of a Journey Through the Upper Provinces of India’ published in 1829.
The current “Magul Maduwa” is an extension of the original building made by the British...
