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Shiva Devale No 2, Polonnaruwa.

Shiva Devale was built by the Chola rulers who annexed Sri Lanka in the late 10th century. Polonnaruwa, the second most ancient of Sri Lanka's kingdoms, was first declared the capital city by King Vijayabahu I, who defeated the Chola invaders in 1070 CE to reunite the country under a national leader.
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Title:
Shiva Devale No 2, Polonnaruwa.
Caption:
Shiva Devale was built by the Chola rulers who annexed Sri Lanka in the late 10th century. Polonnaruwa, the second most ancient of Sri Lanka's kingdoms, was first declared the capital city by King Vijayabahu I, who defeated the Chola invaders in 1070 CE to reunite the country under a national leader.
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Image size:
5225 x 3399 px | 50.8 MB
Print size:
44.2 x 28.8 cm | 17.4 x 11.3 in (300 dpi)