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.
See also
- History of Sri Lanka
- List of Sri Lankan monarchs
References
External links
- Kings & Rulers of Sri Lanka
- Codrington's Short History of Ceylon
