Sigiriya
The lion rock fortress in the sky
About Sigiriya
Rising sheer from the central plains, Sigiriya (Lion Rock) was transformed into a sky-palace by King Kashyapa in the 5th century. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, climbed via a staircase that passes mirror walls, ancient frescoes and the colossal lion paws carved into the rock. The summit reveals the palace foundations, water gardens and a 360° view across the jungle canopy.
Must-See in Sigiriya
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Climb 1,200 steps to the summit palace - allow 2–3 hours and go early to beat the heat.
Sigiriya Frescoes
Rock paintings of celestial maidens, over 1,500 years old, partway up the rock.
Water Gardens
Symmetrical royal gardens at the base - among the oldest landscaped gardens in the world.
Pidurangala Rock
A neighbouring rock with a reclining Buddha and the best view of Sigiriya itself at sunset.
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