If you want to discover the captivating story of one of South Asia’s most enduring civilizations, then keep reading… For over fifteen hundred years, the island of Sri Lanka was dominated by two great cities. Their ruins, now silent and overgrown, were once the heart of a sophisticated society of powerful rulers, massive reservoirs, and towering temples. This was a civilization that mastered its environment, embraced a profound spiritual faith, and created a unique culture that has defined the island ever since. But how did these powerful kingdoms rise to such heights, and what led to their mysterious collapse and abandonment? The story of ancient Sri Lanka is one of human ingenuity and resilience, but also of internal conflict and external threats. It is a narrative shaped by legendary founders, epic battles for liberation, and architectural structures built as acts of devotion. The legacy of this era is not just in stone and scripture; it lives on in the identity of the modern nation. In This Book, you will discover topics such as: The Legendary Beginnings and the First Migration: The mythic origins of the Sinhalese people and their first settlements. - The Founding of the Anuradhapura Kingdom: How a planned city became a spiritual and political capital. - The Ascent of the Great Dynasties: The rise of powerful royal lines and the unification of the island. - The Golden Age of Anuradhapura: A flourishing of art, culture, and international trade that connected Sri Lanka to the world. - The Hydraulic Civilization: The incredible engineering behind the vast reservoir and canal systems that sustained the kingdom. - Internal Strife and South Indian Invasions: The recurring cycle of conflict that tested the kingdom’s strength. - The Chola Interregnum and the Shift to Polonnaruwa: The conquest that ended an era and moved the capital. - The Liberation and the Rise of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom: The fight to reclaim the kingdom and the challenges of rebuilding. - The Zenith of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom: The monumental achievements of its most famous ruler. - Decline, Fragmentation, and the Drift to the Southwest: The fall of the capital and the great migration that reshaped the island. So if you want to uncover the rich history behind the ancient kingdoms of Sri Lanka, scroll up and click the “add to cart” button!.