Sigiriya, also known as Lion Rock, is an ancient fortress located in Sri Lanka. It was once the royal palace and citadel of King Kasyapa. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it continues to amaze visitors with its unique blend of art, architecture and nature #SoSriLanka #VisitSriLanka #Sigiriya #SriLanka #UNESCO | Tourism Sri Lanka

Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the Singye Dzong of Srilanka •Sigiriya (Lion Rock) is an ancient rock fortress located in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. •Sigiriya rock hill, formed from residue of an extinct volcano, it is 200 meters higher than the surrounding jungles. •The site was selected by King Kashyapa (477 – 495 CE) for his new capital and built his palace on the top of this rock. On a small hill about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. •The Ga

Sigiriya or Sinhagiri (Lion Rock) 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 approximately 180 m (590 ft) high. #beautifuldestinations #sigiriya #sigiriyarock #SigiriyaSriLanka #lionrock #SriLanka #srilankatravel #travel | zelletravel

Explore Sigiriya, Ancient Rock Fortress located in Sri Lanka. Credit: Sally And Ed | Be There