Elephant Statue Guardian, Image House, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
Elephant guardian statue on the entrance to the Image House at Kelaniya Temple complex. Kelaniya is a Buddhist temple near Colombo, Sri Lanka. The elephant is a common motif in Buddhist art and architecture. It symbolizes protection and strength.
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