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 Sigiriya (Srilanka)

Sigiriya (Lion's rock) is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin situated in the central Matale District of Sri Lanka, surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs, and other structures. A popular tourist destination, Sigiriya is also renowned for its ancient paintings (frescos),  which are reminiscent of the Ajanta Caves of India. The Sigiriya was built during the reign of King Kassapa I (AD 477 – 495), and it is one of the seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. Sigiriya may have been inhabited through prehistoric times. It was used as a rock-shelter mountain monastery from about the 5th century BC, with caves prepared and donated by devotees to the Buddhist Sangha. The garden and palace were built by King Kasyapa. Following King Kasyapa's death, it was again a monastery complex up to about the 14th century, after which it was abandoned. . The Sigiri inscriptions were deciphered by the archaeologist Senarath Paranavithana in his renowned two-volume work, published by Oxford, Sigiri Graffiti. He also wrote the popular book "Story of Sigiriya".
Quick facts

  • Visa process:

    Visa on Arrival

    Departure Tax:
    Nil

    Documents required:

    1. Two photo 35*45mm white background 80% face should be seen
    2. Valid passport for 6 months

  • Voltage: 230V-240V

  • Time zone: UTC/GMT +5:30 hours.

  • ISD code: +94

  • Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) 2.3 LKR is apporiximately 1 Indian Rupee.

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