This is a Buddhist cum deistic shrine situated at Mariyawattha on the road from Gampola to Nawalapitiya in front of Niyamgampaya Viharaya. The original name has been "Walvasgoda".
The Devale is dedicated deity Skanda ( Kataragama) built by Buwanekabahu IV (1341-1351) of Gampola Kingdom. The viharaya has stupa with a roof, a beautiful work in wood to captivate viewer.
Primary Source : "Kandy"
By Central Cultural Fund
