Velikkara Inscription at Polonnaruwa
By Anuradha Piyadasa
Reign
- After the death of Vijayabahu
Period
- 12th century A.D.
Script
- Grantha Tamil and Sinhala
Language
- Tamil Mixed with Sanskrit
Introduction
The Velaikkaras rebelled against King Vijayabahu (1055-1110 A.D.) in his 30th year refusing to fight against the Colas and they were punished. It seems that Velaikkaras provided protection to the Temple of Tooth even during the early period of Vijayabahu due to the mention of construction of some buildings by them around the Temple of Tooth. Perhaps after the rebellion, they [...]
