
Anuradhapura City
Anuradhapura is belongs to the North Central Province in to Sri Lanka. Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Lankan civilization. The city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies 205 km north of the current capital Colombo in Sri Lanka.
Nuwara Wewa
Nuwara Wewa is an ancient reservoir located in Anuradhapura, in Sri Lanka’s North Central Province. Built around the 1st century BC by King Vattagamini (Valagamba), it is the largest tank (man-made lake) within the city. The reservoir lies on the eastern side of Anuradhapura and has formed a key part of the city’s historic layout.
The water body covers approximately 12 square kilometers and is supported by a bund (embankment) which controls its water level and flow. The surroundings include ancient ruins, shrines, and green embankments planted with trees. The ecosystem around the lake supports various bird species (including migratory birds), aquatic flora, and some small wildlife that rely on the wetland edges.
Visitors to Nuwara Wewa often enjoy walking or cycling along the bund, watching sunrise or sunset reflected in the calm waters, birdwatching, and photography. The reservoir also offers serene spots for relaxation and contemplation away from the busier parts of Anuradhapura. Being near several significant archaeological sites, it is often included in cultural and historic tours.
Nuwara Wewa is accessible throughout the year, though the period following the monsoon seasons yields fuller water levels and greener surroundings. Dry seasons reduce the inflow and may lower water level, altering the scenery somewhat. The site is easily reached by road from the center of Anuradhapura, with walking paths and small roads leading to its embankments. Best visiting times are early morning or late afternoon when temperatures are moderate and light is optimal.
About Anuradhapura District
Anuradhapura is belongs to the North Central Province in to Sri Lanka. Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Lankan civilization. The city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies 205 km north of the current capital Colombo in Sri Lanka.
In the sacred city of Anuradhapura and in the vicinity are a large number of ruins. The ruins consist of three classes of buildings, dagobas, monastic buildings, and pokuna (ponds). The city had some of the most complex irrigation systems of the ancient world, situated in the dry zone of the country the administration built many tanks to irrigate the land. Most of the civilians are Sinhala, while Tamils and Sri Lankan Moors live in the district.
About North Central Province
North Central Province which is the largest province in the country covered 16% of total country's land area. North Central Province consist two districts called Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapure. Anuradhapura is the largest district in Sri Lanka. Its area is 7,128 km².
North Central Province has numerous potentials for Investors to start their Businesses, especially Agriculture, agro based industries and Livestock sectors. More than 65% of North Central Province's people depend on basic Agriculture and agro base industries. NCP also called "Wew Bendi Rajje" because there are more than 3,000 medium and large scale tanks situated in the province. Sri maha bodiya, Ruwanweli seya, Thuparama dageba, Abayagiri Monastry, Polonnaruwa Rankot wehera, Lankathilake are scared