Kuttam Pokuna viewed from the south. Kuttam Pokuna (twin ponds or pools) are well preserved old bathing tanks or ponds in Sri Lanka.This pair of ponds was built by the Sinhalese in the ancient Anuradhapura Kingdom.They form part of the Abhayagiri vihāra complex and are an example of the works in the field of hydrological engineering, …

The man-made wetlands are the rice paddies, irrigation tanks, large reservoirs, canals, and aquaculture ponds. They together make up about two-thirds of the total area of all wetlands. ... Sri Lanka’s river system comprising 103 rivers flowing from the central highlands and making up a total collective length of about 4560 km, plays a ...

Sri Lanka's documented history spans 3,000 years, with evidence of prehistoric human settlements dating back at least 125,000 years. Know More Lake/ River/ Ponds by destinations in Sri Lanka

2020年6月13日 · The two meter high raging lion has been classed as one of the best animal carvings of ancient Sri Lanka. The rampant lion as it has been described stands as part of an ornamental bathing spout. The pond, appropriately named Sinha pokuna, is situated under shady trees on one of the middle terraces of Mihintale.

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2020年2月28日 · The Twin Ponds (Kuttam Pokuna) are well preserved bathing tanks or ponds in Anuradhapura built by the Sinhalese and f... See tours. 12. Beira Lake. 200. Bodies of Water. By ashishdeora123. beira lake is a lake in the center of the city of Colombo in Sri Lanka. The lake is surrounded by many large businesses... See tours. 13. Habarana Lake 31 ...

Distance from Anuradhapura – 8.0 km (14 minutes) Kuttam Pokuna (Twin Ponds) is a pair of ponds which is situated in Anuradhapura. It stands as an example for outstanding architectural and hydrological engineering creations in ancient Sri Lanka. The two ponds of different sizes are separated by a landscaped garden. The large pond is 40m X 15m in size with …

Mahawamsa, the great Chronicle of Sri Lanka, speaks of 8 lotus-shaped ponds which were built by King Parakramabahu. Some of these ponds have been discovered hidden in the jungle, buried in time. Department of Archaeology started restoration work on 2 more Lotus Ponds in 2019. They are respectively named “Lotus Pond II” and “Lotus Pond III”.

The Twin Ponds in Anuradhapura stand as a testament to the remarkable ingenuity and architectural excellence of ancient Sri Lanka. Beyond their historical and cultural significance, these interconnected ponds offer visitors a serene haven where they can bask in the beauty of nature and immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of the past.

2023年11月14日 · Kuttam Pokuna or Twin Ponds (Sinhala: කුට්ටම් පොකුණ; Tamil: குட்டம் பொக்குண) is a pair of dressed-stone pools situated near Abhayagiri Monastery premises in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka. It is considered one of the Sinhalese architect's most pleasing and impressive products (Fernando, 1990).