Ravana

According to Hindu epic, Ravana (IAST : Rāvaṇa; / ˈrɑːvənə) was a demon king of the island of Lanka.

In the Ramayana, Ravana is described as a symbol of evil, though a learned scholar well versed in the Vedas. He appears as the primary antagonist, and is said to be the most revered devotee of Shiva, with his image being associated with him at some places. He also appears in several Buddhist and Jain texts.

 Pedigree 
 Grandfather(maternal) - King Sumaali
 Mother - Princess Kaykasee
 Grandfather(paternal) - Saint of Pulasthi
 Father - Saint of Waishrawa
 Wife - Princess Mandhodharee
 Son - Meganaadha (Indrajith)
 Brothers - Kuweara, Kumbhakarna, Vibheeshana
 Sister - Suparnakaa
 Father in law - Saint of Kaalaneam

 Kindom 
Capitol - Lankapura

Alakamandhaawa, Thapo wanaya, Gokannaka

 Written Books 
 Arka prakaasha
 Kumaara thanthraya
 Rasarathnaakaraya
 Watikaa Prakaranaya

 References 
 http://www.hindustantimes.com/Ravana-is-a-hero-for-Sinhala-nationalists/Article1-249335.aspx 
 https://wiralfeed.wordpress.com/2015/11/08/facts-about-ravana/

Notes

Category:Hindu mythology
Category:History of Sri Lanka