The Aukana Buddha statue, also known as the Giant Buddha is located in the midlands of Sri Lanka. It is the tallest ancient Buddha statue in Sri Lanka at 11.36 metres tall.
It is believed this statue, carved out of a single boulder was sculpted in the 8th century. It follows the style of the Anuradhapura school of art.
It is believed this statue, carved out of a single boulder was sculpted in the 8th century. It follows the style of the Anuradhapura school of art.