Legacy of the Pearl
Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this site was selected by King Kashyapa for his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure — Sīhāgiri, the Lion Rock.
"Sri Lanka is a land like no other, where every stone tells a thousand-year-old story of kings and legends."
Key Highlights
Climb the 1,200 steps to the sky palace
View the world-famous Sigiriya frescoes
Explore the symmetry of the Royal Water Gardens
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