Tissa was king of Upatissa Nuwara (modern-day Sri Lanka) from 454 BC to 437 BC.[1] He succeeded his older brother Abhaya after his deposition. Tissa was appointed the regent by his eight younger brothers but would only be consecrated king after he had finally defeated his nephew Pandukabhaya. However, he was deposed by Pandukabhaya.
| Tissa | |
|---|---|
| King of Upatissa Nuwara | |
| Reign | 454 BC – 437 BC |
| Predecessor | Abhaya |
| Successor | Pandukabhaya |
| House | Vijaya |
| Father | Panduvasdeva |