Kalu Diya Pokuna Natural Black Water Pond
Sri Lanka
The Ancient City Of Anuradhapura.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Kalu Diya Pokuna Natural Black Water Pond
Welcome to Kalu Diya Pokuna, the 'Black Water Pond.' Located near Mihintale, this archaeological complex is one of the most hauntingly beautiful and least visited sites in the cultural triangle. You have left the tourist crowds…
Listen in the app2The Black Pond
Stand at the edge of the Kalu Diya Pokuna itself. The pond is a natural geological depression, fed by mountain streams and monsoon rains. …
Listen in the app3The Image House Ruins
A short walk from the pond brings us to the remains of the main Image House. You can see the heavy stone pillars and the beautifully carved stone door frames still standing amidst the jungle undergrowth. …
Listen in the app4The Meditation Caves
Follow the path as it winds toward the massive granite boulders. Tucked beneath the overhangs of these giant rocks are the 'Kutis'—the individual meditation cells where the monks lived and practiced. …
Listen in the app5The Stupa on the Terrace
Ascend the stone steps to the upper terrace of the complex. Here you will find the ruins of a small brick stupa. …
Listen in the app6The Dry Stone Walls
As you wander through the complex, pay attention to the retaining walls built along the slopes and around the pond. These are constructed using the dry stone masonry technique—rough-hewn rocks stacked with meticulous balance…
Listen in the app7The Ecological Harmony
Take a moment to simply observe the ecology of Kalu Diya Pokuna. This site is a perfect example of how ancient Sri Lankan monasteries functioned as nature reserves. …
Listen in the app8Kalu Diya Pokuna Natural Black Water Pond
Our journey through Kalu Diya Pokuna concludes here. You have experienced a side of ancient Sri Lanka that few visitors see: the austere, deeply mystical world of the forest ascetics. …
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What is Kalu Diya Pokuna Natural Black Water Pond?
Kalu Diya Pokuna Natural Black Water Pond is a place in Sri Lanka with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 8.3580, 80.5023 |
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