These villages were used by the Sinhalese kings as a unit of administration.

Thereafter in each capital of the Sinhalese kings, there was a separate Temple of the Tooth.

It was the seat of government of many Sinhalese kings during the days of Rohana kingdom.

After that the throne of the Sinhalese kings passed to the Nayakkars till the monarchy ended.

The area captured by the Dutch was given back to the Sinhalese king, however continued to control the area and the rich cinnamon lands.

To retain power, future Sinhalese kings found themselves beholden to Indian mercenaries.

The hill capital was the last stronghold of the Sinhalese kings and still has a majestic air that is not all to do with its fresher weather.

In return, Sinhalese kings had to pay 'Kappam' taxes just before the Portuguese came.

Melo began preparing his troops to attack Kandy after the seizure of his horses by the Sinhalese king.

Heads of the killed soldiers were piled before the Sinhalese king.