Stories Behind Names of Places in Sri Lanka GANNORUWA – By Dr. Nimal Sedera Source:-Dæhæna One interesting feature in most of the names of places is Sri Lanka is that they are linked to the Kings and Queens that ruled the nation. King was close its subjects. The country had been divided into many parts and there were Kings in these provinces. Kingdoms have moved to many places within this small Island for very short periods. Dambadeniya and Gampola are such examples. With regards to my note this month, Gannoruwa is a significant place in our history. This place is located between Peradeniya and Kandy, bordering the river Mahaweli. Known for its fertile earth, today, it is a centre for agricultural activities linked to the Department of Agriculture. It is historical for the final battle that prevented the western power Portuguese entering the Kingdom of Kandy was at this point ...