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Valagamba also known as Vattagamani Abhaya and Valagambahu was a king of the Anuradhapura Kingdom of Sri Lanka. Five months after becoming king he was overthrown by a rebellion and an invasion from South India but regained the throne by defeating the invaders after fourteen years. He is also known for the construction of the Abhayagiri Dagaba.

active years end year
-077-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
active years start year
-103-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
child
Mahanaga of Ruhuna
predecessor
The Five Dravidians
successor
Mahakuli Mahatissa of Anuradhapura
title
King of Sri Lanka

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