List of Kandyan monarchs

King of Kandy
මහ රජතුමා
Last to reign
Sri Vikrama Rajasinha

17 July 1798 – 10 February 1815
Details
StyleHis Majesty
First monarchSenasammata Vikramabahu
Last monarchVikrama Rajasinha
Formation1469
Abolition1815
ResidenceRoyal Palace
Monarchical Sri Lanka
Flag of the Kingdom of Kandy
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government of the Sinhala kingdom

MonarchKing
Queen consortRandolis
Sub king / Heir apparent
Yuvaraja
Other queensRididoli
Wife or ConcubinageYakadadoli
1st Prime MinisterPallegampahê Adikâram Mahatmayâ
2nd Prime MinisterUdagampahê Adikâram Mahatmayâ
3rd Prime MinisterSiyapattuwa Adikâram Mahatmayâ
Chief SecretaryMahâ Mohottâla
Provincial GovernorsMahâ Dissâvas
Royal Household OfficersDugganna Nilamês
Sons of ChiefsBandâras

The Kandyan Monarchy was the last independent monarchy of Sri Lanka, ruled by a succession of monarchs from the Kingdom of Kandy. This monarchy spanned over 230 years from 1590 to 1815 and played a significant role in shaping the country's history and culture. The Kandyan kings enjoyed absolute power, and their rule was marked by complex administrative systems, religious traditions, and cultural practices. This list of Kandyan monarchs provides an overview of the rulers who led the Kingdom of Kandy throughout its existence, from its early formation to its final downfall under British colonial rule.


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