Aggabodhi V of Anuradhapura

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Aggabodhi V
King of Anuradhapura
Reign726 – 732
Predecessor Manavanna
Successor Kassapa III
Dynasty House of Lambakanna II
Father Manavanna

Aggabodhi V was King of Anuradhapura in the 8th century, whose reign lasted from 726 to 732. [1] He succeeded his father Manavanna as King of Anuradhapura and was succeeded by his brother Kassapa III. [2]

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References

  1. Hocart, A. M. (1996). The Ratana Pāsāda, the Western Monasteries of Anuradhapura, Excavations in the Ciatdel the So-called Tomb of King Duṭṭhagāmani Privy Stones, Remarks on Double Platforms. Asian Educational Services. p. 12. ISBN   978-81-206-1093-4.
  2. Codrington, H. W. (1995). Short History of Ceylon. Asian Educational Services. ISBN   978-81-206-0946-4.
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