About Sigiriya
Lion Rock rises 370 metres vertically from the plains, its summit once holding a 5th-century palace now preserved as ruins among eagles and clouds. The first-mirror wall at midheight reflects ancient graffiti carved by visitors a millennium ago. Moats, gardens, and guardstones surround the base; the ascent is steep and rewarding.
Country
Sri Lanka
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
LKR
Language
Sinhala, Tamil, English
Things to do in Sigiriya
Climbing Lion Rock's 1,200 steps to the summit ruins and eagle sightings
Visiting the frescoes (surviving paintings of celestial maidens) in wall chambers
Exploring the western terraces and gardens preserving palace layout
Visiting nearby Pidurangala Rock for Buddhist temple and alternative summit views
Photographing the rock formation from sunset viewpoints at nearby hotels
Staying in village homestays and eating traditional Sri Lankan rice-and-curry meals
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