06/05/2024
Lotus Pond, Nelum Pokuna, Sri Lanka
The Nelum Pokuna or the Lotus Bath is a small stone bath of unique design, built in tiers of eight petalled lotuses in descending form.
The fine-cut granite is in excellent formation and an absolute delight to the modern-day tourist.
The chronicle speaks of a lotus bath among many ponds constructed by Parakramabahu the Great. It is believed to be the bath provided by the King for the monks belonging to the Jetavana Vihara.
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Source: amazinglanka website