Anuradhapura kingdom - Wikipedia
WEBThe Anuradhapura kingdom (Sinhala: අනුරාධපුර රාජධානිය, translit: Anurādhapura Rājadhāniya, Tamil: அனுராதபுர இராச்சியம்), named for its capital city, was the second established kingdom in ancient Sri Lanka related to the Sinhalese people.
Anuradhapura - Wikipedia
WEBAnuradhapura (Sinhala: අනුරාධපුරය, romanized: Anurādhapuraya; Tamil: அனுராதபுரம், romanized: Aṉurātapuram) is a major city located in the north central plain of Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province and the capital of Anuradhapura District.
Anurādhapura | Ancient capital, Buddhist monuments, Sacred city
WEBAnurādhapura, Sinhalese kingdom centred at Anurādhapura in Sri Lanka (Ceylon) from about the 3rd century bc to the early 10th century ad. Beginning in the 2nd century bc the kingdom of Anurādhapura was plagued by invasions from …
Anuradhapura | Sri Lanka, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica
WEBAnuradhapura, city, north-central Sri Lanka. It is situated along the Aruvi Aru River. The old section of Anuradhapura, now preserved as an archaeological park and designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1982, is the best known of Sri Lanka’s ancient ruined cities.
Anuradhapura period - Wikipedia
WEBThe Anuradhapura period was a period in the history of Sri Lanka of the Anuradhapura Kingdom from 377 BCE to 1017 CE. The period begins when Pandukabhaya , King of Upatissa Nuwara moved the administration to Anuradhapura , becoming the …
Anuradhapura - History and Facts | History Hit
WEBJul 23, 2021 · The kings of Anuradhapura ruled for centuries, establishing a series of impressive monuments, from palaces and monasteries to sculptures and dagobas. However, the city suffered numerous attacks by the Tamils, Pandyas and Cholas.
Anuradhapura: The Sacred Ancient Capital That Defined Sri …
WEBMay 26, 2024 · Founded in the 4th century BC, Anuradhapura grew into a major center of political, economic, and religious life, reaching its zenith as the capital of the first Sri Lankan kingdom, Rajarata.
Anuradhapura - New World Encyclopedia
WEBFounded in the fourth century B.C.E., Anuradhapura served as of the capital of the Anuradhapura Kingdom until the beginning of the eleventh century C.E. During that period, the city enjoyed stability constituting one of the most durable centers of political power and urban life in South Asia.
Anuradhapura, Ancient Sri Lankan Kingdom - Discover Sri Lanka
WEBFounded by the great King Parakramabahu and ruled by many heroic kings including Dutugemunu, Vatta Gamini Abhaya, Dhatusena, Gajabahu and Sena II the Anuradhapura Kingdom has been the strongest in Sri Lanka with a history of 1500 years.
Anuradhapura: The 1400-year capital of Sri Lanka - Sahapedia
WEBApr 17, 2020 · Anuradhapura dominated Sri Lanka's early history and served as the capital city of the island nation for over a millennium. It was invaded and destroyed by Rajendra Chola I, one of the great kings of the powerful Chola dynasty of southern India.