Sigiriya Lion’s rock

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Sigiriya (Lion’s rock) is an ancient rock fortress and castle/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. It is a popular tourist destination, also known for its ancient paintings (frescos), very similar to those in the Ajanta Caves of India. The Sigiraya 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 (Lion stone) is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin situated in 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 famous for its ancient paintings (frescos), which is reminiscent of the Ajanta Caves in India.

This place is most visited by both local and foreign tourists and is on a cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO. Sigiriya is also known as "fortress in the sky" which is renowned as a fantastic heritage in the islands of Sri Lanka. Another name that is a stone lion was called because there is a lion statue in front of the entrance to the fort is 600 feet tall and on top of the castle, you will see the remains of the Sinhala kingdom.