The Story of Kadadora Vihara-by Kalani-eLanka Once a beacon of spiritual enlightenment, Kadadora Vihara, also known as Kadadora Sri Priyabimbaramaya Vihara, stood proudly in the tranquil surroundings of Kadadora, nestled within Sri Lanka’s picturesque Nuwara Eliya District. However, the temple’s fate took a tragic turn with the advent of progress, as the construction of the Kotmale Dam under the Mahaweli Development program in 1979 led to its abandonment and eventual ruin. The serene landscape that once cradled Kadadora Vihara underwent a profound transformation with the ambitious development projects initiated by the Sri Lankan government. The construction of the Kotmale Dam, aimed at harnessing the power of the Kotmale Oya for irrigation and hydroelectricity, brought about significant changes to the region’s topography, displacing communities and altering the natural environment. Amidst the waters of the Kotmale Reservoir lie the submerged remnants of Kadadora Vihara, silent witnesses to a bygone era of devotion ...
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Embracing the Divine: Maha Shivarathri, A Night of Spiritual Significance – By eLanka On March 8th, Hindus worldwide will celebrate Maha Shivarathri, translating to the ‘Great Night of Shiva.’ It stands as a profoundly auspicious occasion where devotees devote the entire night to chanting Shiva’s name (Om Namah Shivaya) or singing hymns in his praise. This sacred day falls on the 13th or 14th day after the full moon in the month of Magha, corresponding to February or March in the Western calendar. It unfolds on the night before the New Moon, a time when the Moon’s luminance diminishes. Hindus believe Maha Shivarathri to be a potent period where mantras resonate with amplified power and spiritual endeavors yield multiplied benefits. Thus, they fast throughout the day and stay vigilant through the night, striving to attune their minds to Shiva. Various narratives elucidate why Maha Shivarathri holds such reverence. Hinduism’s ...
