Tissa Lake is a beautiful and historic lake located in Tissamaharama area of ​​Monaragala District, Sri Lanka.

History of Tissa Lake

There is a calm past going back to the period of King Gamunu (i.e., the approved 2nd century BCE).

This lake reflects the great reservoir technology and agricultural initiative of the ancient Sinhalese rule.

Water from Ganga Kirindi Oya near the lake is used directly for this.

Attributes and specialty

1. Size of a lake:

Backwoods trees, large sandbars and well-known reservoirs are filled with technical patterns.

A picturesque environment can be seen while traveling around Tissa Lake.

2. Tourist attraction:

Tissa Lake marks a scenic ascent.

Exciting activities include cruise ship entertainment and special bird watching.

3. Environment and Aesthetics:

Many species of birds living around the lake and the biodiversity of an artificial lake show its speciality.

Tissamaharama Rajamaha Temple and Kataragama Temple are located near the lake.

Directions to visit Tissa Lake:

The views are mesmerizing in the early morning or calm night hours.

Save water and the environment while traveling.