Estimated cost
A team of dedicated individuals including an architectural firm (courtesy of The Cube Projects in Sri Lanka) offered their kind support, free of charge to set up the planning phase of the Chaitanya construction.
Below is the initial breakdown of estimate for the Chaithya(Dagoba) construction (excluding maluwa):
After completion of the ground preparation work, we are pleased to announce that the formal structural construction work for the stupa (chaithya) commenced at the auspicious time on 23rd of August 2018. Soon after the ceremonial opening it was reported the heavens opened, as the long awaited rains finally fell, signalling an end to the dry season.
Phase one of the Chaithya construction completed in September 2018.
You may take part in this rare opportunity to contribute to this noble task – a part of the Ten Meritorious Actions (Dasa Punna Kriya) by providing labor, materials or funds.
Chaithya construction – Phase 4 started (December 2018)
Recently “Thripitaka” became a National Heritage of Sri Lanka.
September 2019
Due to recent disturbances in Sri Lanka which somewhat hampered our construction work has resumed its journey.
March 2020
The ‘Wata Maluwa ‘ the octagon terrace area consists of 2500 square feet of space, as per the estimates one square feet will cost Rs. 800.00 (this will include the costs for the stone work shown below). If you would like to make a contribution towards this rare noble task please donate using this link.
Alternatively Contact us to find out how you can help.
September 2020
Currently we are in the process of taking estimates for the stone work.
Estimated cost
A team of dedicated individuals including an architectural firm (courtesy of The Cube Projects in Sri Lanka) offered their kind support, free of charge to set up the planning phase of the Chaitanya construction.
Below is the initial breakdown of estimate for the Chaithya(Dagoba) construction (excluding maluwa):
After completion of the ground preparation work, we are pleased to announce that the formal structural construction work for the stupa (chaithya) commenced at the auspicious time on 23rd of August 2018. Soon after the ceremonial opening it was reported the heavens opened, as the long awaited rains finally fell, signalling an end to the dry season.
Phase one of the Chaithya construction completed in September 2018.
Young and old, rich or poor, people from all walks of life came together to accomplish the vision of Ven. Somananda Thero; That is to bring peace and harmony among the local communities and provide support to the poor villagers of the surrounding area.
Everything you can see in these pictures – (displaying the ongoing Chaithya construction and community center/Dharma Shalawa in the background) and many other support work are solely funded through donations. Please join hands with us to make a difference.
You may take part in this rare opportunity to contribute to this noble task – a part of the Ten Meritorious Actions (Dasa Punna Kriya) by providing labor, materials or funds.
Chaithya construction – Phase 4 started (December 2018)
We are pleased to announce that the Chaithya construction Phase 4 is now underway.
Soon we will be making preparation for finalising the relic chamber (Dhathu garbhaya).
With your kind donations, plans are underway to preserve Thripitaka (the discourses of the lord Buddha) inside the chamber.
Recently “Thripitaka” became a National Heritage of Sri Lanka.
September 2019
Due to recent disturbances in Sri Lanka which somewhat hampered our construction work has resumed its journey.
March 2020
We will begin ‘Wata Maluwa ‘ the octagon terrace construction work in March as a part of the final phase of the ‘Chaithya’ construction which is planned to be completed by June this year.
Below is a drawing of the planned terrace:
The ‘Wata Maluwa ‘ the octagon terrace area consists of 2500 square feet of space, as per the estimates one square feet will cost Rs. 800.00 (this will include the costs for the stone work shown below). If you would like to make a contribution towards this rare noble task please donate using this link.
Alternatively Contact us to find out how you can help.
January 2023
Dhathu Gharbaya (Hemispherical dome) closing ceremony
The planned Dhathu Gharba closing ceremony will be held on 5th February 2023. This was earlier planned for the 19th of October 2020 which was delayed due to Covid pandemic and economic crisis in Sri Lanka.
Phase 5 – Stone Work completion and plastering
Below is the estimated cost for the completion of this work.
Currently we have 334 units for donations @ Rs.2500 per unit. If you are interested in participating in this noble task, please make you donations by visiting Donate page.
Dhathu Gharba closing ceremony taken place on 05 February 2023.
The deposition of auspicious objects (Nidan Wasthu).
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