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Water, Granite, and Sacred Geometry: Environmental Engineering and Cultural Landscapes of Sigiriya and Ritigala
Prof. Sudharshan Seneviratne Central Cultural Fund & University of Peradeniya 25 April 2023Asian Journal of Landscape Architecture & Heritage, Vol. 22, No. 1
Abstract
Sri Lanka’s dry zone cultural landscapes are extraordinary examples of anthropogenic ecological adaptation. This study investigates the micro-climatic modifications, subterranean hydraulic conduits, and sacred boulder sanctuaries connecting Sigiriya, Ritigala, and the dry-zone cascade tank networks, illustrating how nature was sanctified rather than conquered in ancient Sri Lankan architectural philosophy.
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