On a warm, sunlit morning, I embarked on a journey to explore Kadurugoda Viharaya—also known as Kantharodai Vihara—a site I had only read about in history books. Tucked away in the small village of Kandarodai, just a couple of kilometres from Hunugama (Chunnakam), this ancient Buddhist temple has a history that stretches back to the Anuradhapura period. As someone fascinated by Sri Lanka’s rich heritage, I was excited to witness this archaeological treasure in person. The Journey to the Temple The drive along the Hunugama–Minipe road was scenic and peaceful, with lush greenery on either side. As we neared the…