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Mihinthale

Mihintale is a mountain peak situated east of Anuradhapura

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Mihintale is a mountain peak situated east of Anuradhapura .  It is a pilgrimage site with several religious shrines and abandoned structures, including ruins of a hospital medical bath at the foot of the peak. The area is fringed by jungle and rock boulders scattered around the mountainous area. There are also many caves which were believed to be used by monks for meditation.  Ancient stone architecture is found on several dome shaped monuments, monastic complexes and other sacred places.

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