Abhaya Naga

Abhaya Naga
King of Anuradhapura
Reign231–240 AD
PredecessorVoharika Tissa
SuccessorSiri Naga II
DynastyHouse of Lambakanna I
ReligionTheravada Buddhism

Abhaya Naga was King of Anuradhapura in the 3rd century, whose reign lasted from 231 to 240 AD. He succeeded his brother Voharika Tissa as King of Anuradhapura, seizing the throne with assistance from a Tamil army.[1] He was succeeded by his nephew Siri Naga II.

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References

  1. ^ Blaze, L. E. (2004). History of Ceylon. Asian Educational Services. p. 259. ISBN 978-81-206-1841-1.