Nakha Vehera
Nakha Vehera, situated in Anuradhapura, is one of the lesser-known square-shaped stupas in Sri Lanka that is rarely visited by pilgrims. Out of the four square-shaped stupas in Sri Lanka, the most well-known is the Sathmahal Prasadaya of Polonnaruwa kingdom, built during the 11th-13th century, while the other three can be found in the ancient Anuradhapura kingdom. The Nakha Vehera, belonging to the Mahayana tradition, dates back to the late Anuradhapura era (7th-10th centuries). The base of the stupa is around 9x9 meters, and ruins of an image house and other structures have been discovered in its vicinity.
The stupa is located about 200 meters away from Watawandara Road, and a gravel road from the signboard can be barely seen. The path leading to the stupa is not well-maintained and can be covered with shrubs and mud during the rainy season, making it difficult to access the site.
The stupa is located about 200 meters away from Watawandara Road, and a gravel road from the signboard can be barely seen. The path leading to the stupa is not well-maintained and can be covered with shrubs and mud during the rainy season, making it difficult to access the site.
