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Valagamba

King of Anuradhapura (r. 103 BCE, 89-77 BCE), builder of Dambulla · Historical Figures · Died 77 BC

Valagamba, also known as Vaṭṭagāmiṇi Abhaya and Valagam Abha. Valagamba 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 fourteen years later.

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He is also known for the construction of the Abhayagiri Dagaba and Aluthepola Ganekanda Raja Maha Vihara.

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Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Died 77 BC