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Stories Behind Names of Places in Sri Lanka – ‘ DAULAGALA ‘ – By Dr. Nimal Sedera Source : Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – July 2023 Daulagala is in the Central Province of Sri Lanka and not too far from the main city of the Province, Kandy. As usual, the name is linked to the time of the Kings ruled the country from Kandy. It was a time where people walked on foot paths to places. The administration of the country was through people appointed by the King. One such elite person was visiting the King with his people with gifts to the King walking a long distance. They were bringing with them dry food, vegetables, fruits as gift to the King and also the first harvest to be offered to the Temple of Tooth in Kandy. Drummers and dancers also were coming to perform at the temple pooja. ...