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Vasabha (Sinhala: වසභ) was a monarch of the Anuradhapura period of Sri Lanka. He is considered to be the pioneer of the construction of large-scale irrigation works in Sri Lanka to support paddy cultivation. 11 reservoirs and 12 canals were constructed during his reign. He also constructed several Buddhist temples in addition to renovating already existing ones.

active years end year
0111-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
active years start year
0067-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
predecessor
Subharaja of Anuradhapura
successor
Vankanasika Tissa of Anuradhapura
title
King of Anuradhapura

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