Dambulla Trip Overview
This tour will give you a two-hour study of the ancient Sri Lankan fortress, Sigiriya. You will be able to learn about the technology used by the kings of Sri Lanka in the past and enjoy the beauty of the environment.
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Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Starts: Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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This tour will give you a two-hour study of the ancient Sri Lankan fortress, Sigiriya. You will be able to learn about the technology used by the kings of Sri Lanka in the past and enjoy the beauty of the environment.
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Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this site was selected by King Kashyapa (477 – 495 AD) 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 — Sīnhāgiri, the Lion Rock (an etymology similar to Sinhapura, the Sanskrit name of Singapore, the Lion City).
The capital and the royal palace was abandoned after the king’s death. It was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century.[1] Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning.
Duration: 2 hours
