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                  KALUDIYA POKUNA

                                                                                                              Kaludiya Pokuna is a pond situated in Mihintale, Anuradhapura. It bears signs of being one of the earliest hydraulic civilizations of the Sinhalese kingdom . The Kaludiya Pokuna is one of the three remaining ponds and waterways which exist up to date in the area . The pond , situated at the foot of the western slopes of Mihinthale , is surrounded by what is believed to be the remains of a stupa and monastery. The pond gets its name because it appears dark most of the time due to the reflection of trees and shrubs from the adjacent forest.

                          Historical signification of Kaludiya Pokuna is the largest of the three ponds which exist at this location up to date . The other two remaining ponds , out of the many waterways and ponds to have been in existence in the area , are the 'Singha Pokuna' and naga pokuna . Historical experts believe that Kaludiya pokuna is the 'Porodini pokuna' which is mentioned in ancient historical references.                              

                          The pond 1750 in sq meters, according to the Buddhist scriptures , during the reign of king Saddhatissa, Ven. Kaala Buddhatissa. Thera has delivered 'Kaalakaaraama suthra' sitting on a chair made of stone, black in color, under a Black Berry tree .

                         Depth of the pond, which could not be determined, is still a place of worship for the devotees. 

      



               

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