Lakes and Reservoirs
Anuradhapura’s landscape is defined by its ancient hydraulic civilization, featuring an intricate network of man-made reservoirs known as wewas. This list highlights massive engineering feats like the 5th-century Kala Wewa, built by King Dhatusena, and the Ibbankatuwa reservoir, located near prehistoric burial sites. These bodies of water serve as critical irrigation sources for rice cultivation and provide essential habitats for migratory birds and local wildlife. Visitors can observe traditional fishing practices and explore the massive stone embankments that have sustained the region for centuries.
Hiriwadunna Wewa
A scenic reservoir near Habarana known for birdwatching and boat rides with views of the Sigiriya rock fortress.
Karambewa Wewa
Small irrigation reservoir serving local agricultural lands.
Andiyagala Tank
Local village tank used for seasonal rice cultivation.
Thibbatuwewa Tank
A rural reservoir supporting the surrounding farming community.
Balalu Wewa
A 5th-century twin reservoir to Kala Wewa, built by King Dhatusena to expand the region's irrigation capacity.
Kala Wewa
Massive 5th-century reservoir featuring a 54km ancient canal called Yoda Ela and a 12-meter high granite Buddha statue nearby.
Malawa Wewa
Local irrigation tank located near the Kala Wewa complex.
MahaElagamuwa Tank
A village reservoir used for paddy irrigation in the Elagamuwa region.
Nanwattegama Wewa
Small seasonal reservoir used by local farmers.
Nachchaduwa Tank
Major ancient reservoir built during the Anuradhapura Kingdom to regulate water flow into the city's smaller tanks.
Nabadawawe Tank
Irrigation reservoir supporting local agriculture.
katiyawa tank
Reservoir serving the Katiyawa agricultural colony.
Thambuttegama Tank
Large tank providing essential water for the Thambuttegama agricultural hub.
Dedunupitiya Wewa
Lake
Eppawala Tank
Irrigation source for the phosphate-rich agricultural lands of Eppawala.
divlwawa tank
Reservoir
Madiyawa Tank
Local reservoir used for village-scale farming.
Siyambalangamuwa Tank
Large reservoir known as a frequent gathering spot for wild elephants, especially during the dry season.
Ralapana Wewa
Reservoir
Migasdigiliya Wewa
Small village reservoir used for seasonal irrigation.
Galkadawala Wewa
Lake
Pahalagama Wewa
Reservoir
Maha Bulankulama Wewa
One of the oldest man-made reservoirs in Anuradhapura, integral to the ancient city's water management system.
Pahala Diganegama Wewa
Lake
Elayapattuwa Wewa
Village reservoir serving the Elayapattuwa agricultural area.
Pusiyankulama Wewa
Lake
Lake
Lake
Galapitagala Wawa
Small irrigation tank located in the Galapitagala region.
Manankattiya Wewa-Bund
The earthen embankment of the Manankattiya reservoir used for water retention.
Hurulu wewa
Large reservoir that feeds the Hurulu Forest Reserve and serves as a major water source for wild elephant herds.
Kayane Wewa
Lake
Keulkada Wewa
Remote irrigation reservoir in the northern Anuradhapura district.
Patillewa Wewa
Reservoir dam and water control structure.
Mahakanadarawa Wewa
Large ancient reservoir near Mihintale featuring ruins of a historic stone bridge and diverse birdlife.
Mihintale Tank
Reservoir located at the base of the Mihintale sacred mountain.
Playground
Recreational Area
Getalewa Wewa
Lake
Sandamal Eliya Wewa
Lake
Maha Nika Wewa
Lake
Akkara Wewa
Lake
Mahavilachchiya Wewa
Significant reservoir on the border of Wilpattu National Park, vital for local wildlife and irrigation.
School Playgrounds
Recreational Area
Diwulkada Wewa
Small village irrigation tank.
Kidagalegama Wewa
Lake
Kalveerankulam
Irrigation tank serving the northern agricultural zones.
Parangiyawadiya Wewa
Lake
Dutu Weva
Local reservoir used for paddy field irrigation.
Yan Oya Resrvoir
A large modern reservoir project designed for irrigation and flood control in the Yan Oya basin.
Ibbankatuwa wewa
Reservoir located adjacent to the Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Burial Site, which dates back to 750-400 BC.
Randeniya Wawe
Small village reservoir used for seasonal farming.
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