Stories Behind Names of Places in Sri Lanka: How “Kadadora” got its Name-by Dr. Nimal Sedera   Source:Brisbane 4EB Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – September 2021 Village “Kadadora” is in Kothmale. We have often observed that the stories behind the names of places of our country are linked to stories with the Kings of Sri Lanka. Kothmale is famous as the place where the young Prince Dutugemunu went into hiding and prepared the base for his future mission .He disguised himself as an ordinary boy and lived in Kothmale. He left the Palace without informing his father, King Kavantissa and arrived in Kothmale. The only thing that he brought from the palace when leaving was a royal sword. He wrapped it to prevent it looking like a sword. When he arrived in Kothmale he wished to hide it in a safe place for future use and was looking for ...