These paired, double platforms are a common feature of a number of ancient monasteries. At Ritigala, one of the platforms always has these pillars which appear to have supported an inset wooden floor. The crawl space underneath is a bit curious.
This temple still has a urinal in the corner. Given the placement of the aperture and the foot pedestals, I assume monks would have squatted on the urinal. I've seen men do this on at gutters in India and it is surprisingly discreet. Although, I don't think we would get away with it in America.
Ritigala also adjoins a protected forest area with some beautiful trees.
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