Vallipuram (Sandy City) has a recorded history from the 2nd century BC, in the gold inscription of King Vasabha, where the local ruler is named as "Asagiri", a name confirmed in the Nelugala stone inscription (2nd century BC) as well. The Buddhist list of holy places ("Nampotha") names it as "Vaelipura" or sand city.
Vallipuram (Sandy City) has a documented history that dates back to the 2nd century BC, with historical records from King Vasabha's inscription and the Nelugala stone inscription confirming its existence. The Buddhist list of holy places ("Nampotha") also recognizes it as "Vaelipura" or sand city.