Kuttam Pokuna

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Kuttam Pokuna, also known as the Twin Ponds, is an ancient hydraulic structure located in the sacred city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Renowned for its advanced engineering and elegant design, it reflects the sophisticated urban planning and architectural skills of the ancient Sinhalese civilization.

The site consists of two adjoining bathing ponds constructed with finely cut stone, complete with filtration systems, stone steps, and decorative carvings. These features highlight the emphasis placed on cleanliness, water management, and aesthetic harmony in ancient Sri Lankan monastic life.

Visitors to Kuttam Pokuna can observe the precision of stonework and gain insight into the daily routines of Buddhist monks who once used the ponds for ritual bathing. The tranquil surroundings and historical significance make it an important location for cultural learning and quiet reflection.

The best time to visit Kuttam Pokuna is during the dry season, from May to September, when weather conditions are favorable for exploration. Easily accessible within the Anuradhapura archaeological area, the site offers a valuable glimpse into Sri Lanka's ancient heritage and engineering excellence.

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Anuradhapura District

Anuradhapura is belongs to the North Central Province in to Sri Lanka. Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Lankan civilization. The city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies 205 km north of the current capital Colombo in Sri Lanka.

In the sacred city of Anuradhapura and in the vicinity are a large number of ruins. The ruins consist of three classes of buildings, dagobas, monastic buildings, and pokuna (ponds). The city had some of the most complex irrigation systems of the ancient world, situated in the dry zone of the country the administration built many tanks to irrigate the land. Most of the civilians are Sinhala, while Tamils and Sri Lankan Moors live in the district.

North Central Province

North Central Province which is the largest province in the country covered 16% of total country's land area. North Central Province consist two districts called Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapure. Anuradhapura is the largest district in Sri Lanka. Its area is 7,128 km².

North Central Province has numerous potentials for Investors to start their Businesses, especially Agriculture, agro based industries and Livestock sectors. More than 65% of North Central Province's people depend on basic Agriculture and agro base industries. NCP also called "Wew Bendi Rajje" because there are more than 3,000 medium and large scale tanks situated in the province. Sri maha bodiya, Ruwanweli seya, Thuparama dageba, Abayagiri Monastry, Polonnaruwa Rankot wehera, Lankathilake are Sacred
landmarks.

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