Rajjurubandara Temple, a special sacred place in the south. This Rajjurubandara temple is located on a hill in the beautiful village of Urumutta in the Matara district of the southern province. The ancient Rajjuru Bandara Temple or the historic Gatbaru Rajamaha Vihara is a sacred place of special historical importance. Urumutta is so important because it is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rajjurubandara. The history here dates back to the days of King Varagamba. That was when the King of Ruhunu Maya was hiding in the two countries and organizing the army. Lord Rajjuru Bandara has helped a lot to unify the government by providing protection and shelter to the king. Legend has it that this temple was built after the unification of the country as a gesture of gratitude. Lord Rajjurubanda has been known as a leader who ruled the area very righteously and was loved by the people. After his death, the people of Urumuthe were motivated to deify Rajjuru Bandara as God because of his righteous rule. The people of that time built the Urumutta Rajjurubandara temple for their leader, who believed in this deity, and offered prayers for him.Lord Rajjurubandara is known as a god who blesses the good and punishes the bad. At present, many people flock to this place to pay their respects and enjoy the beautiful
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environment there. Lord Rajjuru Bandara is considered to be a close friend of Kataragama God. Lord Rajjuru Bandara is known as a king who spread his power all over the vast Ruhunu country. This is known as a sacred place where such a universally revered deity resides.