Kandyan Kings’Palace Reopens with US-Supported Renovation
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- December 12, 2024
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- Kandyan Kings’Palace Reopens with US-Supported Renovation
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The Old Kandyan Kings’ Palace and Archaeology Museum, nestled within Sri Lanka’s sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic complex, has been meticulously restored to its former grandeur through a $265,000 (Rs. 77 million) grant from the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP).
The U.S. Embassy, in collaboration with Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious, and Cultural Affairs, marked this achievement with a grand reopening ceremony on December 11.
The event was graced by U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung and Sri Lanka’s Cultural Minister, Hiniduma Sunil Senevi, who underscored the importance of the project in preserving the nation’s cultural identity.
The restoration, initiated in 2021, unfolded in two phases. The first focused on structural conservation and improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities. The second phase upgraded the museum’s exhibits and facilities, creating an engaging space for education and cultural appreciation
