The story of Prince Vijaya and Kuveni is one of the best-known stories associated with the early chronicles of Sri Lanka. According to the Mahavamsa tradition, Vijaya arrived on the island with his followers, where he encountered Kuveni. She helped Vijaya and his companions establish themselves on the island and later became his partner.
Their story eventually took a tragic turn when Vijaya sought a royal marriage from India and Kuveni was forced to leave with their two children. The story of Vijaya and Kuveni has remained an important part of Sri Lanka’s historical and cultural tradition for generations.