viharas (religious complex)

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Scope note
Broad term for a Buddhist monastery or temple complex, used generally across different Buddhist traditions and regions For example, refers to Indian Buddhist monasteries and Sinhalese Buddhist temples. Historically, the term referred to a Buddhist monastery or a dwelling place for monks, particularly in ancient India.
viharas
Accepted term: 05-Jan-2026