These inscriptions record the renovations, additions and other development works carried out at this sacred site as well as the mode of securing funds for the maintenance and the sustenance of this site through numerous grants by such kings as Kutakanna Tissa (41 - 19 B.C.), Amanda Gamini (22 -31 A.C.), Gamini Abhaya (112 - 134 A.C.) and Kanitta Tissa (164 - 192 A.C.).