This ancient fortress is found near the town of Dambulla in the northern Matale District in Sri Lanka. Known as Sigiriya, or Lion Rock, this spot holds the prestigious title of being a UNESCO ...

A campaigner for the protection of Sigiriya has called on the Government to look into constructions taking place in the area, as they were causing damage to the rock and would eventually damage the ...

on the plans for the construction of a military airport within 2 km of Sigiriya. The authorities stated that the airport, if and when constructed, will negatively impact upon the site through: Sonic ...

frescoes, and remnants of past royalty. The relics around the rock are thousands of years old and a reminder of Sri Lanka’s ...

The maidens that adorn the Sigiriya rock have inspired many an ancient traveller to write verses on the famed ... One or two graffitis described the frescoes as Devi or Goddess. So, while the damsels ...

It is most famous as an ancient rock fortress ... but there are none of the frescoes, gardens, or museum there. Sigiriya is open from 06:30 until 17:30 every day. The last entrance allowed ...

Sri Lanka’s island charm is as vivid as it is varied. With a blend of flowering spice groves, lush tea plantations and ...