Isurumuniya temple built in the 3rd century B.C. is noted for its rock carvings. The best known among these is the "Lovers".Many a poet and song writer has taken inspiration from this carving to write their masterpieces. It is believed that the carving may represent Saliya the son of the great king Dutugamunu and the low-caste maiden whom he loved.
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