Aukana Buddha
A 12-meter tall standing Buddha carved out of a single granite rock.
heritage
Kala Wewa
North Central Province
Best Time to Visit: January to April
Ideal Duration: 1 day
4 Highlights
About Kala Wewa
Kala Wewa is one of the grandest ancient tanks, built in the 5th century. It is famous for its massive stone-cut spillway and for feeding the "Jaya Ganga," an 87km canal with a gradient so precise (6 inches per mile) that it still baffles modern engineers. It is the primary water source for the Anuradhapura region.
Highlights
Aukana Buddha Statue (Nearby)
Ancient Stone Spillway
Jaya Ganga Canal Head
Sunset Photography
Top Attractions
The Spillway
A massive ancient stone structure used to control the water flow.
Local Cuisine
Buffalo CurdFreshly made curd sold in clay pots along the Kekirawa-Anuradhapura road.
Fresh CornSold at the roadside stalls near the tank.
Cultural Etiquette
Remove shoes when visiting the Aukana Buddha
Do not swim in unknown areas of the tank due to deep silt
Respect the quiet rural atmosphere
Seasonal Events
Kala Wewa Rain WatchNov - DecWitnessing the massive spillway in action during the monsoon is a powerful sight.