Agra Walawwa By Alana Maduragoda

The nameThe name Agra Walawwa refers to two distinct subjects: a popular modern Sinhala novel and a historic mansion located in Gampaha. 1. Agra Walawwa (The Novel)This is a contemporary Sinhala novel written by Alana Maduragoda. It is widely available in Sri Lankan bookstores and online platforms. Author: Alana MaduragodaAgra Walawwa (The Historic Mansion)Located in Bandiyamulla, Gampaha, this mansion (also known as Agra Mansion) is a significant architectural landmark built in the early 1930s. History: Constructed by Don David Karunaratne, a wealthy politician and philanthropist who was elected to Sri Lanka`s first parliament in 1947.Architecture: The mansion features a blend of Indian and European styles. It was built by Indian artisans, and its name `Agra` is believed to be inspired by the city of Agra in India.Cultural Significance: The property was a primary filming location for the famous 1966 Sinhala film Parasathu Mal, directed by Gamini Fonseka.Current Status: It was taken over by the government in 1978 and currently serves as the Gampaha District Secretariat. A memorial built on the grounds for Karunaratne was declared an archaeological protected monument in 2015. efers to two distinct subjects: a popular modern Sinhala novel and a historic mansion located in Gampaha. 1. Agra Walawwa (The Novel)This is a contemporary Sinhala novel written by Alana Maduragoda. It is widely available in Sri Lankan bookstores and online platforms. Author: Alana MaduragodaPublisher: Nohandunanni PublishersPrice: Typically around . 1,575.00 (Original: . 1,750.00)Pages: 395Availability: You can find it at retailers like Pothak.lk, Muses Books, and Grantha.lk. 2. Agra Walawwa (The Historic Mansion)Located in Bandiyamulla, Gampaha, this mansion (also known as Agra Mansion) is a significant architectural landmark built in the early 1930s. History: Constructed by Don David Karunaratne, a wealthy politician and philanthropist who was elected to Sri Lanka`s first parliament in 1947.Architecture: The mansion features a blend of Indian and European styles. It was built by Indian artisans, and its name `Agra` is believed to be inspired by the city of Agra in India.Cultural Significance: The property was a primary filming location for the famous 1966 Sinhala film Parasathu Mal, directed by Gamini Fonseka.Current Status: It was taken over by the government in 1978 and currently serves as the Gampaha District Secretariat. A memorial built on the grounds for Karunaratne was declared an archaeological protected monument in 2015.