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Kingdom of Polonnaruwa
The Kingdom of Polonnaruwa was the second major Sinhalese kingdom of Sri Lanka, founded after Vijayabahu I drove out the Cholas. Parakramabahu I built large reservoirs and monuments. The kingdom fell to the invader Kalinga Magha.
Key facts
| Dates | 1055 – 1232 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | South Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Polonnaruwa |
| Founder | Vijayabahu I |
| Religion(s) | Theravada Buddhism |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.