What the records say
- When
- 1410 – 1411
- Kind
- War
- Coordinates
- 7.00° N, 81.00° E
- Description
- military conflict
Placed at the area, not an exact site.
Ming–Kotte War
Conflict between Ming-dynasty China and the Kotte Kingdom (1410/11)
The Ming–Kotte War was a military conflict between the expeditionary forces of Ming China and the Sinhalese Kotte Kingdom in the southern territories of Sri Lanka. The conflict happened when Ming China's treasure fleet arrived at Sri Lanka in 1410 or 1411. It resulted in the overthrow of King Alakeshvara and the ascension of Parakramabahu VI.
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