Parakramabahu II of Dambadeniya
Parakkamabahu II was King of Dambadeniya in the 13th century, who ruled from 1234 to 1269. He succeeded his father Vijayabahu III as King of Dambadeniya and was succeeded by his son Vijayabahu IV. He became the King of Dambadeniya in 1236. In 1258 He had to battle an invader named Chandrabahu from Southeast asia.He succeeded in defeating the chola invader, Magha. Unifying the three kingdoms of Sri Lanka is his greatest achievement.
| Parakkamabahu II | |
|---|---|
| King of Dambadeniya | |
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| Reign | 1234-1269 |
| Predecessor | Vijayabahu III |
| Successor | Vijayabahu IV |
| Issue | Vijayabahu IV Bhuvanaikabahu I |
| Dynasty | House of Siri Sanga Bo |
| Father | Vijayabahu III |
| Religion | Bhuddism |
In popular culture
- 2013 film Siri Parakum emphasized the life of Parakkamabahu II until his Reign. Akila Dhanuddhara stars as Parakkamabahu II in the film. The film was directed by Somaratne Dissanayake.
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Parakramabahu II of Dambadeniya Born: ? ? Died: ? ? | ||
| Regnal titles | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Vijayabahu III |
King of Dambadeniya 1234–1269 |
Succeeded by Vijayabahu IV |
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