The (also known as the Saula Vannama or "Recital of the Fowl") is the 10th of the 18 traditional Kandyan vannam in Sri Lankan dance. It is a rhythmic and melodic piece that portrays the movements and characteristics of a rooster ( savula ). Historical and Mythological Origins
: The vannama is rooted in the legendary war between the Devas (gods) and Asuras (demons). It is said that when Lord Skanda (Murugan) entered the battlefield and cut an Asura in half, a rooster ( Kukkuda ) emerged from one of the halves. The (also known as the Saula Vannama or
: The singing involves an Avagraha (starting the song slightly after the beat), which is a common characteristic in traditional Kandyan singing. The (also known as the Saula Vannama or
