Galaudatenna

                                   Galaudatenna
Galaudatenna is a beautiful location in Mawela. It got its name simply because, it is a large flat area of land on top of a huge rock.
Galaudatenna has a long history. Many creepers, shrubs and fruits like pineapple grow on this rock. The Udumulla tank and a
monastery lie on one side and the Manila temple is on the other side of Galaudatenna.There is a lovely pond on the top of this rock.
There is no historical or written proof but the shrine and the chaitya provide some evidence of the site’s ancient past.
The chaitya was once gone into ruins but has now been renovated. Old cart tracks on the rock provide evidence of its use during
ancient kings’ times.
About 20 houses have been built in the region. Those living in the area are mostly farmers who have their cultivations on Galaudatenna.
Transportation is done by a foot path that falls across the rock and connects to the main road. A small paddy field on the rock adds
beauty to Galaudatenna.
A quarry maintained on one side of the rock contributes to the gradual distruction of the ancient beauty of Galaudatenna