Bhatikabhaya Abhaya was King of Anuradhapura in the 1st century BC, whose reign lasted from 20 BC to 9 AD. He succeeded his father Kutakanna Tissa as King of Anuradhapura and was succeeded by his brother Mahadathika Mahanaga.

Bhatikabhaya Abhaya
King of Anuradhapura
An 8 feet high stone statue of Bhatikabhaya Abhaya facin the Ruwanwelisaya
Reign20 BC – 9 AD
PredecessorKutakanna Tissa
SuccessorMahadathika Mahanaga
DynastyHouse of Vijaya
FatherKutakanna Tissa
ReligionTheravāda Buddhism

His reign of 29 years is recorded in Sri Lankan history as a very peaceful and prosperous time in the Anuradhapura kingdom.

Relations with Rome

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It is mentioned in historical texts that King Bhathikabhaya imported beads from the Roman Empire for offering to the Ruwanwelisaya.

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Bhatikabhaya Abhaya
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Regnal titles
Preceded by King of Anuradhapura
20 BC–9 AD
Succeeded by