Gonnagiri, Goṇṇagiri, Gonna-giri: 1 definition
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Gonnagiri means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Source: archive.org: Ceylon Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society 1963Goṇṇagiri is the name of a vihāra built by Sūratissa (circa B.C. 200) and was situated in the eastern area of Anurādhapura.—Sūratissa built Goṇṇagiri-vihāra in the eastern quarter of the City.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
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Starts with: Gonnagiri-vihara.
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