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Stone steps with dwarf guards (Isurumuniya or Vijayarama, possible). Anuradhapura.
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Ancient Ruins

Stone steps with dwarf guards (Isurumuniya or Vijayarama, possible)

Anuradhapura
c. 1885–1905

Certainty
Likely
A probable identification that has not been confirmed.
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Skeen & Co (number unclear)
Maker
Skeen & Co
Date basis
Estimate from photographic style and subject
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Visual identification
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Reference
TCP-R39

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