Ambalama

An ambalama (Sinhala: අම්බලම) or anbalange (Divehi: އަންބަލަންެގެ) is a place constructed for pilgrims, traders and travellers to rest in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. This is a simple structure designed to provide shelter for the travellers.[1] In the Maldives, this may be detached from a main dwelling or semi-detached. The last examples of anbalange remained until about the end of the 1970s. There were no charges involved in using an Ambalama or an Anbalange.[2]

Ambalama from Panavitiya dating to 1700s or before

In literature

In Salalihini and Gira sandeshas, there are references to Ambalamas.[3]

Prominent Ambalamas

See also

References
  1. "Ambalama: A Stopover On A Journey, Explore Sri Lanka".
  2. "Ambalama, a symbol of our heritage (Sunday Observer)". Archived from the original on 6 June 2014. Retrieved 16 May 2019.
  3. "THE 'AMBALAMA' (The Island)".


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