Havitta Explained

Havitta is a name used to refer the ancient Buddhist stupas in Maldives. The word haviita is believed to have some affinities with the Sanskrit word caitya, used to refer Buddhist sacred places.^{[1] [2]} Some of the famous Havittas in Maldives include Fua Mulaku Havitta and Vādū Havitta.

Notes and References

1. The Pre-Islamic Archaeology of the Maldive Islands. 10.3406/befeo.1987.1726. 1987. Forbes. Andrew D.W.. Bulletin de l'École Française d'Extrême-Orient. 76. 281–288.
2. Web site: Caitya | Buddhism | Britannica.