KACCATKODI (Caves at)
(Vavuniya District - LK)
9.000000,80.500000
9.000000,80.500000
Description
A group of at least 44 troglodyte caves (man-made rock chambers used for religious purposes) contain ancient inscriptions (note 1). SITUATION: At Kaccatkodi (note 2), which lies a mile and a half or about 2 or 3 km south of Erupotana (note 3). Compare the caves on –>Jambu Well Hill.A group of at least 44 troglodyte caves (man-made rock chambers used for religious purposes) contain ancient inscriptions (note 1). SITUATION: At Kaccatkodi (note 2), which lies a mile and a half or about 2 or 3 km south of Erupotana (note 3). Compare the caves on –>Jambu Well Hill.
History
Caves nearby
| Distance (km) | Name | Length (m) | Depth (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | JAMBU WELL HILL (Caves on) | ||
| 32.0 | BUDDHANAGEHELA CAVES | ||
| 58.7 | Tiriyai Cave | ||
| 62.4 | PINNACLE ROCK CAVE, Tiriyai | ||
| 62.4 | PINNACLE ROCK NICHE, Tiriyai | ||
| 62.4 | MATTI ARU TUFA STREAM | ||
| 447.5 | Saint Thomas Cave | ||
| 448.7 | Saint Thomas Crypt | ||
| 461.5 | Madras Cistern |