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An Historical Relation Of The Island Ceylon In The East Indies

PART IV
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He rode up from Cotiar on Horseback, which was very Grand in that Countrey.

And being with his Company gotten somewhat short of the City, was appointed there to stay, until an House should be prepared in the City for their Entertainment.

When it was signified to him that their House was ready for their Reception, they were conducted forward by certain Noblemen sent by the King, carrying with them a Present for his Majesty.

The Ambassador came riding on Horse-back into the City.

Which the Noblemen observing, dissuaded him from, and advised him to walk on foot; telling him, It was not allowable, nor the Custom.


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