Kaludiya Pokuna Forest

Kaludiya Pokuna Forest, Vavuniya Overview

The Kaludiya Pokuna Forest is an archaeological site as well as a forest containing remains from settlements stretching back to the 2nd century BC. Within the forest are remains of a monastery, places of residence, and a few inscriptions. The forest is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including the purple-faced langur and the tufted grey langur, the Sri Lankan elephant, wild boar, and spotted deer. In addition, around 120 species of birds inhabit the forest, as do endemic species of snakes, such as the Sri Lankan flying snake. Trees with high timber value are also found in the forest and remain untouched by humans.

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