What is all about the history of dutch colonization in sri lanka?

Dutch arrival in Sri Lanka was a result of attempts by the Kandy king to seek for help in expelling the Portuguese from the island. However, the consequence came out was only the substitution of one colonial power to another. By 1658 Dutch took the control over the costal areas of the island, however, after continual attacks Dutch also unsuccessfully occupied the central highlands areas of Kandy. The Dutch were much more interested in trade and profits than the Portuguese, who were more focused on spreading their religion and extending physical control, the island was then turned into a stopping point in their trading routes with the Far East, China, India and Japan.