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27 Rosmead Place (0.4 km from Queen Viharamahadevi Statue)
Conveniently set in the Cinnamon Gardens district of Colombo Rosmead Place by Thilanka is located 2.3 km from Galle Face Beach 2.4 km from U.S. Embassy and 4.4 km from R Premadasa Stadium.
No. 20 Park Street Colombo 02 (0.6 km from Queen Viharamahadevi Statue)
Offering an outdoor swimming pool Residence by Uga Escapes is located just 900 metres from the famous Sri Lanka National Museum. Free WiFi access is available.
No 30 Hyde Park Corner (0.6 km from Queen Viharamahadevi Statue)
Located in the heart of Colombo City Unique Towers Luxury Boutique Suites offers air-conditioned accommodation with a well-equipped kitchenette. The property features free WiFi and free parking.
85 Srimath Anagarika Dharmapala Maw (0.7 km from Queen Viharamahadevi Statue)
Located in Colombo less than 1 km from U.S. Embassy and 2.8 km from Khan Clock Tower Tarshish Villa - Colombo offers air conditioning. There is an on-site restaurant plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. A flat-screen TV is provided.
320 Union Place Tower 3 Apartment 3 (0.7 km from Queen Viharamahadevi Statue)
Set in Colombo this air-conditioned apartment is 1.4 km from U.S. Embassy. Guests benefit from balcony. Guests have access to the pool and fitness centre. There is a dining area and a kitchen equipped with dishwasher.
Onthree20 Residencies 320 Union Pla (0.7 km from Queen Viharamahadevi Statue)
Set just 1.4 km from Galle Face Beach Onthree20 Residencies in City Centre offers accommodation in Colombo with access to a fitness centre a garden as well as a 24-hour front desk.
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Queen Viharamahadevi Statue is a monumental sculpture in the heart of Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. It stands proudly at Galle Face Green, offering a majestic view with its grand size and architectural detail. The statue was built in honour of Queen Viharamahadevi, the 12th queen consort of King Parakramabahu II. She reigned over the country during the period 1174 to 1186 CE and was known for her righteousness and dedication to improving society through charitable work. The monument was erected by public subscription in 1952 and unveiled to the public on January 7th, 1953.
Standing at an impressive height of 18 ft (5.49 m), the bronze-plated sculpture depicts Queen Viharamahadevi as a graceful woman draped in a flowing saree with both feet firmly planted on an elevated pedestal that symbolizes her eminence and strength of mind. She holds two flags on either side, representing justice which she believed in strongly throughout her rule. Her facial features have been sculpted with exquisite craftsmanship, giving her a compassionate yet dignified expression that has stood through time. The statue also houses another figure known as 'Dutugemunu', who symbolizes his role as conqueror of Elara from ancient times, who is seen bowing to Queen Viharamahadevi who acted as his mentor throughout his rule.
The monument is not only an icon for Queens' legacy but also represents her undying support for education, healthcare and charity work throughout Sri Lanka's history. This was recognized by UNESCO when they announced it as a World Heritage Site in 2013 due to its cultural significance and importance as part of Sri Lanka's history since antiquity. Even today Queen Viharamahadevi's iconic presence continues to be seen across Colombo cityscape inspiring people everywhere with her values and principles she strived for so valiantly during her reign over Sri Lanka centuries ago.