Sahassa Malla of Polonnaruwa

Sahassa Malla (also known as "the lion-hearted king") was King of Polonnaruwa in the thirteenth century. He ruled the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa from 1200 to 1202. He succeeded Lilavati, who was removed from the throne by her co-ministers. He was deposed by General Ayasmantha and succeeded by Kalyanavati. He was the younger brother of Nissanka Malla.

Sahassa Malla
King of Polonnaruwa
One massa coin of Sahassa Malla
Reign1200-1202
PredecessorLilavati
SuccessorKalyanavati
HouseHouse of Kalinga
FatherJayagopa
MotherParvati

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    Sahassa Malla of Polonnaruwa
    House of Kalinga
    Born: ? ? Died: ? ?
    Regnal titles
    Preceded by
    Lilavati
    King of Polonnaruwa
    12001202
    Succeeded by
    Kalyanavati


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