Anikanga of Polonnaruwa

Anikanga (Sinhala: අනිකංග) was King of Polonnaruwa in the thirteenth century, who ruled from 1209 to 1209. He succeeded his son Dharmasoka, who was installed as , and was succeeded by Queen Lilavati. He reigned for 17 days. He allied with the Cholas and invaded Polonnaruwa to capture the throne.

Background and invasion[]

The military of the kingdom of Polonnaruwa captured the throne and issued Dharmasoka, an infant to the throne. Meanwhile, Anikanga started organizing a force within the Chola country. This army then invaded Polonnaruwa and slaughtered Dharmasoka, the heir appearant and Ayasmanta, who led the army of Polonnaruwa.^[1]

Aftermath[]

Anikanga ruled for a brief period of time, 17 days. The army of Polonnaruwa this time issued Lilawati to the throne. Lilawati only ruled for a very brief period until getting overthrown again.

See also[]

• List of Sri Lankan monarchs
• History of Sri Lanka

References[]

External links[]

• Kings & Rulers of Sri Lanka
• Codrington's Short History of Ceylon

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