Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5112426 | Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports | 2017 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
The investigations document the predominant application of local gneissic rocks for construction elements such as pillars, stairs, balustrades and foundations. Contrastingly marble, which is not represented in the local lithology, was imported and utilized for ornamentation in sacred and residential buildings.
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Authors
Thusitha Wagalawatta, Wiebke Bebermeier, Philipp Hoelzmann, Daniel Knitter, Kay Kohlmeyer, Amarasooriya Pitawala, Brigitta Schütt,