World History Archive
Explore the rich history and heritage of kingdoms and rulers from ancient times to the colonial era. Discover 194 rulers across 20 kingdoms from around the world.
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Discover the legendary rulers who shaped history
King Dutugemunu
161–137 BCE
Dutugemunu is one of the most celebrated heroes in Sri Lankan history, revered for liberating and unifying the island under a single banner. As the so...
Sri LankaQueen Lilavati
1197–1200, 1209–1210, 1211–1212 CE
Queen Lilavati ruled in three separate intervals (1197–1200, 1209–1210, 1211–1212), an extraordinary pattern of repeated accession and displacement. H...
Sri LankaKing Mahinda III
801–804 CE
Mahinda III (801–804 CE) ruled for three years, sustaining administrative and religious continuity. His brief tenure focused on irrigation upkeep and ...
Sri LankaKing Senasammata Vikramabahu
1469–1511 CE
Senasammata Vikramabahu (1469–1511) is traditionally regarded as the founder of the Kandyan kingdom, establishing an independent highland realm. His 4...
Sri LankaKing Dhatusena
455–473 CE
Dhatusena (455–473 CE) is a heroic restorative figure who expelled Tamil invaders and reclaimed Anuradhapura for Sinhalese rule. His 18-year reign emp...
Sri LankaKing Rajadhi Rajasinha
1782–1798 CE
Rajadhi Rajasinha (1781–1798) ruled Kandy for seventeen years, maintaining Buddhist patronage and highland autonomy. His reign navigated Dutch coastal...
Historical Kingdoms
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