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Pidurangala Rock is famed for being one of the few places to engage in some rock climbing in the Cultural Triangle, apart from the more famous Lion Rock Fortress. Coupled with the historical significance and rustic pathway to its summit, the Pidurangala Rock also allows you to connect with nature. In addition to the adventure thrills and solitude, the rock also offers some awe inspiring images of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and its evergreen surroundings, along with the distant mountains. Accentuated by the sunrise and the sunset, Pidurangala Rock serves to be an idyllic setting to take in the Paradise Isle.
• Private guide for a personalized experience
• Hear commentary from an expert guide
• Round-trip private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off included
Additional Info
Duration: 11 to 12 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Pidurangala Rock is famed for being one of the few places to engage in some rock climbing in the Cultural Triangle, apart from the more famous Lion Rock Fortress. Coupled with the historical significance and rustic pathway to its summit, the Pidurangala Rock also allows you to connect with nature. In addition to the adventure thrills and solitude, the rock also offers some awe inspiring images of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and its evergreen surroundings, along with the distant mountains. Accentuated by the sunrise and the sunset, Pidurangala Rock serves to be an idyllic setting to take in the Paradise Isle.
• Private guide for a personalized experience
• Hear commentary from an expert guide
• Round-trip private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off included
Itinerary
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Stop At: Pidurangala Rock, Pidurangala,Sigiriya, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
The Pidurangala Rock is a few kilometers away from the famous UNESCO site, the Sigiriya Rock. It is known for the view of Sigiriya Rock from the top of the rock, the white temple situated at the base of the cliff, and the enormous reclining Buddha statue located under an ancient boulder. The Pidurangala Rock is also called the Sister Rock of Sigiriya as both the rocks are just a few kilometers away from each other. The Pidurangala Rock also has a white temple called the Pidurangala Vihara, where the monks live and Buddha is worshipped. Midway through the hike, there is a huge reclining statue of Buddha under an ancient boulder. The Pidurangala Rock maybe less popular among tourists, compared to the Sigiriya Rock, but the hike to the topmost point, and the view from up there makes it no less magnificent than the UNESCO site. The Pidurangala Rock is well known for its breathtaking view of the sunrise and sunset.
Duration: 2 hours
