Kandy Lake, Artificial reservoir in Kandy, Sri Lanka
The lake extends over 2.2 kilometers in a circular shape, with a depth reaching 18.5 meters at its deepest sections and a circumference of 3.21 kilometers.
The transformation of Tigolwela paddy fields into Kandy Lake occurred between 1807 and 1812 under the direction of King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe and architect Deveda Moolacharya.
The Temple of the Tooth stands adjacent to Kandy Lake, while the Diyathilaka Mandapaya at the center marks the location where kings historically gathered for meditation.
A walking path encircles the entire lake, connecting visitors to numerous landmarks including the Lake Avenue Hotel and the lake round bus stop.
The Walakulu Bamma, known as the Clouds Wall, remains partially incomplete due to the British arrival, with its unfinished state preserved as a historical marker.
Location: Kandy
GPS coordinates: 7.29174,80.63964
Latest update: May 11, 2025 00:56
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