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Gothabhaya also known as Meghavannabhaya Gothakabhaya and Goluaba was a king of the Anuradhapura Kingdom of Sri Lanka whose reign lasted from 254 to 267. During his reign Gothabhaya renovated several temples and monasteries and also built a new temple. He is the last of three friends who seized the throne from King Vijaya Kumara and ruled the country.