In
present Sri Lanka the Ravana myth has overtaken the Vijaya legend.
The
places where the 'Ten-headed' Ravana lived are being searched for by a very
vociferous group, which seems to want to take political mileage out of the
legends here.
Ravana
never took refuge in a cave. He came out from his Capital and died fighting on
the battle-field, according to Valmiki's Ramayana.
Sitha
was abducted by Ravana in revenge for the dis-figuration of his sister's face.
She was brought to 'Lanka' and was kept hostage. She never hid in a cave.
Various
places in present Sri Lanka are associated with her.
1.
Sita-Eliya off Nuwara Eliya on the road to Welimada where she used to bathe in
a stream. There is a temple there. Hakgala rock close by is said to have
been a residence of Ravana.
2.
Avissawella has a fountain called Sita Ella where she is supposed to have
bathed.
A
Dr. Mirando has written a book on Ravana and Sri Lanka. I am sure you could buy
it on ebay.
Wishing
you all the best.
Philip
