Kingdom of Kandy - Wikipedia
The Kandyan kingdom consisted of twenty-one provinces of which twelve principles are called Desavonies with each placed under a chief called a Dissava who served as its governor. These are: Hathara Koralaya (The Four Korales)
Kandyan period - Wikipedia
The Kandyan period covers the history of Sri Lanka from 1597–1815. After the fall of the Kingdom of Kotte, the Kandyan Kingdom was the last Independent monarchy of Sri Lanka. The Kingdom played a major role throughout the history of Sri Lanka. It was founded in 1476. [1]
Sacred City, Temple of Tooth, Kandyan Kingdom - Britannica
Kandy, important independent monarchy in Ceylon (Sri Lanka) at the end of the 15th century and the last Sinhalese kingdom to be subjugated by a colonial power. Kandy survived the attacks of Ceylon’s first two colonial rulers—the Portuguese and the …
Kandy, Colonial Powers' Relations with the Kingdom of
Following their ruthless crushing of the rebellion, the British issued a proclamation in 1818 that effectively put an end to the erstwhile organization of the Kandyan kingdom. Unlike the Convention of 1815, this proclamation greatly curtailed …
List of Kandyan monarchs - Wikipedia
The Kandyan Monarchy was the last independent monarchy of Sri Lanka, ruled by a succession of monarchs from the Kingdom of Kandy. This monarchy spanned over 230 years from 1590 to 1815 and played a significant role in shaping the country's history and culture.
The History of the Kingdom of Kandy - The Royal Family of Jaffna
THE KINGDOM OF KANDY. The Mahanuwara Rajadhaniya (Kingdom of Kandy) was the last Independent monarchy of Sri Lanka, which came under the British in 1815. The beautiful city is located in the heart of the Island and surrounded by magnificent mountains.
Sri Lanka - Kandy, European Powers | Britannica
6 days ago · Sri Lanka - Kandy, European Powers: Rajasinha occupied Kandy, a Sinhalese kingdom in the Central Highlands, about 1580, and its ruler took refuge with the Portuguese. In 1591 the Portuguese launched an expedition to Kandy to enthrone Dom Philip, an heir of the dispossessed ruler.
Kingdom of Kandy - A Full Overview - Travel Destination Sri Lanka
Jan 22, 2021 · Kingdom of Kandy covers Sri Lankan history from the year 1597 to 1815. It was the last kingdom of ancient Sri Lanka. Read for more details!
Kingdom of Kandy - Wikiwand
The Kingdom of Kandy was a monarchy on the island of Sri Lanka, located in the central and eastern portion of the island. It was founded in the late 15th century and endured until the early 19th century.
Kingdom of Kandy - lankainformation.lk
Senkadagalapura was established as a city by the King Wickramabahu III (of Gampola Era) during his reign from 1357-1374 AD. Senasammata Wickremabahu ascended the throne in the 15th century (1473-1511) making it the new capital of the Kandyan Kingdom.