Attractions in the ancient city of Anuradhapura

(1) Ruwanweliseya

Ruwanveliseya Dagoba was constructed by the Great Emperor Dutugamunu in 161 BCE and is located in the city of Anuradhapura which is a UNESCO world Heritage site. It is also referred to as Ratnamali Mahaseya, and Svarnamali Seya. The Ruwanveliseya enshrines a Drona of Buddha's relics is a sacred place of worship to Buddhists.

(2) Kuttam Pokuna

The said pair of pools were built by the Sinhalese in the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura. These are considered one of the significant achievements in the field of hydrological engineering and outstanding architectural and artistic creations of the ancient Sinhalese (Wikipedia).
Location: Anuradhapura.
August 2018

(3) Mahawilachchiya Reservoir

Mahawilachchiya reservoir was constructed by Prince Saliya, the son of king Dutugemunu (161-131 BC) in the 140 BC. The village was recreated around the Mahawilachchiya reservoir.Mahawilachchiya village is located 40 kilometers away from Anuradhapura city. The village is surrounded by the Wilpattu National Park, the biggest national wildlife park in Sri Lanka.

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