The
annual Dalanda Perahara (Esala Perahara) held in honor of the tooth relic of
lord Buddha traces its origins back to the period of king kithsirimewan who was also known by the name of Kirthi Siri Meghawarna. He succeeded
his father Mahasen to the Anuradhapura kingdom and can be fairly
given credit to as the one who brought to light the areas kept in darkness by
his father. His reign was of much significance especially due to...
