Sumanapabbata, Sumana-pabbata: 1 definition

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Sumanapabbata 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 1963

Sumanapabbata is the name of an ancient locality that existed since the ancient kingdom of Anurādhapura, Ceylon (Sri Lanka).—Sumanavāpi or Samanvava was 4 yojanas or 12 gav (30 to 40miles) south-east of Anurādhapura and precious stones are said to have been found there in the reign of Duṭṭhagāmaṇi Abhaya (B.C. 161-137). It was probably in the Habarana area. Aggabodhi I (571-604) built Sumanapabbata Vihāra in Kelivāta.

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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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