Experience Sigiriya

Sri Lanka’s most visited tourist attraction, the Lion Rock Fortress, is the rock star attraction in Sigiriya. Furthermore, located two kilometers to the north of the Rock Fortress is its lessor known sister, Pidurangala Rock. Watching the early morning sunrise from Pidurangala is a must for those seeking unique travel experiences.

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Adventure

Pidurangala

The monastery in Pidurangala was constructed by the infamous King Kashyapa of the 5th Century AD, in order to make way for his palace and new city at Sigiriya.

Heritage

Ritigala Strict Nature Reserve

Lying within the Cultural Triangle, Ritigala Strict Nature Reserve is a heavily wooded 2,513-foot mountain on which once existed a monastic cave complex.

Wildlife

Minneriya National Park

A relatively small park of scrubland and dry zone forest, its focal point is the ancient Minneriya Tank, which becomes the site for one of the greatest natural spectacles in the world.

Heritage

Polonnaruwa Ancient City

A World Heritage site, this ancient city gives a glimpse of medieval Sri Lankan architecture & craftsmanship. From here, great Kings ruled and built magnificent palaces, monasteries and stupas.

Heritage

Nalanda Gedige

Nalanda Gedige is one of the more intricately done historical places in Sri Lanka, with a marriage of Buddhist & Hindu artistic traditions.

Heritage

Yapahuwa Kingdom

Yapahuwa Kingdom had a short time as the capital of the island. It was in the middle of a large trade network amd its urban sprawl surrounding the rock.

Heritage

Dambulla Cave Temple

A complex of five caves, lying ensconced within a 600-foot rock massif rising from the plains. The Dambulla Cave Temple dates back to the 1st Century BC.