Unearthing the Past: How New Discoveries Are Reshaping Our Understanding of Human History- 2

The reservoir is traditionally associated with the reign of Parakramabahu I, one of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated monarchs. His rule in the twelfth century is often described as a period of agricultural expansion and infrastructural ambition. He is remembered for prioritizing irrigation as a pillar of national strength, promoting the restoration of older tanks while commissioning new ones. Under his leadership, water management was elevated from a practical necessity to a state-driven mission that unified engineering, agriculture, and governance.