皮姆布拉特瓦湖

Overview: Pimburaththewa (Pimburattewa) Lake

皮姆布拉特瓦湖—also called Pimburattewa Tank—is a picturesque reservoir in 阿拉拉甘维拉, 波隆纳鲁沃区. It sits about 42.7 km (≈ 1 hr 8 min) from Polonnaruwa town and roughly 10公里 from the Maduru Oya Dam.

The lake is loved by locals for bathing, sunset views, and relaxed picnics. Though not a waterfall, its distinctive spillway can mimic a series of cascading mini-falls when water is discharged—making it a unique photo spot.

Pimburaththewa Lake – Aralaganwila, Polonnaruwa

功能及预期效果

• Signature spillway: A multi-triangular spill design that creates a striking cascade effect during releases.
• Scenic setting: Verdant forest edges, paddy fields, and low hills—ideal for golden-hour photography.
• 当地氛围： Popular community bathing/picnic spot—quiet on weekdays; livelier on weekends and evenings.
• Wildlife presence: 大象 commonly approach water at dusk; observe from a safe distance only.
• Tranquil activities: Sunset watching, landscape photos, bird listening; avoid loud music and littering.

简要信息

到达目的地

从 波隆纳鲁沃 town:

• Follow the Maradankadawala–Habarana–Thirukkondaiadimadu Highway (A11) east from Polonnaruwa.
• Turn onto the Manampitiya–Aralaganwila–Maduru Oya Road and continue to 阿拉拉甘维拉.
• At Aralaganwila, follow local signs/Google Maps to the Pimburaththewa Tank spillway or bund.

Map tip: Search “Pimburattewa Tank” as spellings vary. Last stretches may be narrow local roads; drive slowly.

最佳旅游时间

Late afternoon brings cooler air and vivid sunsets. During the rainy months, the lake is fuller and the spillway more dramatic—beautiful, but surfaces can be slippery and currents stronger.

If bathing, do so only in daylight, avoid strong flows near the spillway, and keep well away from wildlife corridors. Dusk often coincides with elephant movement.

附近景点

• Maduru Oya Dam & National Park – reservoir panoramas, wildlife, and cultural sites
• 波隆纳鲁沃古城 – UNESCO-listed ruins, museums, and cycling routes
• 马南皮蒂亚 – gateway to forest drives and birding areas
• Aralaganwila town – eateries, fruit stalls, and general supplies

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