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by Samangie Wettimuny

One of the most crucial events in the national and cultural history of Sri Lanka is the official introduction of Buddhism to the country by Arhat Mahinda during the reign of King Devanampiyatissa (250 -210 B.C). As missionaries of emperor Asoka, Arhat Mahinda accompanied by monks appeared atop Mihintala while the king was hunting and preached to him the message of universal compassion.
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