Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress located in
the central Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central
Province, Sri Lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and
archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of
rock nearly 200 metres (660 ft) high. King Kasyapa (477 – 495
CE) built his new capital 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. The capital and the royal palace was
abandoned after the king's death. It was used as a Buddhist monastery
until the 14th century.
Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage
Site. It is the most visited historic site in Sri Lanka.
Photos from April 2016
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