Abstract:
The "Sathara Koralaya'" holds an important place in Sri Lankan history. The
archaeological importance of this area is evident by the prehistoric sites at Alulena,
Doravakkanda. Maniyangama Bclilcna (Deraniyagala, 1992) as well as from the
inscriptions which ref~lr to ··nata" and "Parumaka" which were high ranking
administratere post
H.C.P.Bell the first Commissioner of the Department of Archaeology which was
established in 1890 conducted extensive archaeological surveys of the Kegalle District
(Bell, 1990). In addition the archaeological importance of the Satara Koralaya has been
proved through various scholarly researches.
The historic village of Atugoda Damunupola greatly contributes to the historical and
archaeological importance of our country. The main reason for the importance of
Damunupola is due to it being on the path of an ancient royal roadway extending from
Menikkadawara, Iddamalpana, Attapitiya etc. In addition its geographical location makes
it a suitable security point as well.
The main aim of this paper is to discuss the unpublished slab inscription which was used
as a flower altar in the Damunupola Viharaya and also to discuss its ancient as well as
contemporary society.
