Maduru Oya Reservoir
About This Place
Maduru Oya Reservoir
A massive reservoir spanning 6,400 hectares, constructed in 1981 under the Mahaweli Development Scheme. It features scenic views, a towering Buddha statue, and ancient irrigation ruins — including a sophisticated stone-and-brick sluice likely built before the 1st century BC. The site also supports agriculture, hydroelectric power, and wildlife such as herds of elephants from the Maduru Oya National Park. In the distance, NDK Reservoir suggests the ancient valley may once have been fully submerged.
Difficulty
🧭 moderate
Best Time
📅 August to October
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Accessibility & Visitor Info
Accessible by vehicle; few accommodations nearby; paths to ruins unmarked
📖 Legends & Stories
The ancient sluice system is believed to predate King Vijaya's arrival, hinting at a prehistoric hydraulic civilization. Local legends speak of forgotten kingdoms beneath the valley.
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7.602200, 81.191600
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