Rising from the central plains , the iconic rock of Sigiriya is one of Sri Lankas most dramatic sights.
Sigiriya is one of the most historical monuments in Sri Lanka. An ancient palace and fortress, originally a monastery & in the second half of the 5th century King Kasyapa decided to construct a royal residence here. The ruins and gardens can be explored , with a staircase of 1250 steps leading to the highest point of Sigiriya, on the way passing a series of frescoes and enormous lion’s paws that have been carved into the rocks, once you have reached the top you are rewarded with amazing views stretching for miles.
Sigiriya is one of the most historical monuments in Sri Lanka. An ancient palace and fortress, originally a monastery & in the second half of the 5th century King Kasyapa decided to construct a royal residence here. The ruins and gardens can be explored , with a staircase of 1250 steps leading to the highest point of Sigiriya, on the way passing a series of frescoes and enormous lion’s paws that have been carved into the rocks, once you have reached the top you are rewarded with amazing views stretching for miles.
