Traditional costume of Sri Lanka "Udarata Mul Anduma’

‘Mul Anduma’ has an Indian origin, believed to have been introduced to Sri Lanka during Nanayakkar dynasty. This form of dress evolved into the standard regalia of royal officials. It is later continued to worn by Rate Mahattaya, Mohottala, Dissawa, and the Basnayaka Nilame.

The original ‘Mul Anduma’ comprised seven items to be worn around the waist. It has now come down to four.