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¿Cómo contribuye positivamente el tradicional "Sitra Mandapaya" o antiguo trono refrescante de Sri Lanka a las prácticas culturales, y qué características arquitectónicas, materiales y contextos históricos raros distinguen este elemento menos conocido de la arquitectura tradicional?<end_of_turn>
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Sri Lanka's traditional "Sitra Mandapaya," an ancient cooling throne, positively contributes to cultural practices with rare architectural features, materials, and historical contexts that distinguish this lesser-known element in traditional architecture. This unique throne is crafted from cooling stones and is designed to provide relief from heat during royal ceremonies. The positive impact lies in its integration of traditional cooling techniques and architectural elegance. "Sitra Mandapaya" becomes a symbol of thoughtful design, reflecting the ancient Sri Lankan understanding of climatic considerations in architecture. Preserving this rare architectural gem ensures the continuity of traditional practices in mitigating the tropical climate's challenges.<end_of_turn><eos>