Ancient clans of Lanka
Several different indigenous clans lived in the island of Sri Lanka during the pre-Vijaya era (before 505 BCE). These clans of Sri Lanka and the mystical kingdom of Lanka were mentioned in the great epics of Mahavamsa, Vargapurnika, Mahabaratha, Manimekalai, Ramayana and Sangams.[1]
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Devil mask and Devil dance are originally from the culture of Yakkas.
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The Worship of snakes deities is popular in Sri Lanka, especially in Nainativu, the historic home of the Nagas.
See also
References
- Ordhendra Coomar Gangoly. The art of the Pallavas, Volume 2 of Indian Sculpture Series. G. Wittenborn, 1957. p. 2.
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