Ancient City of Sigiriya

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Deep in the middle of Sri Lanka, a massive column of rock juts out from the green tropical forest. Sigiriya was established as the stronghold of a rogue king over 1,500 years ago, and today the Sigiriya complex stands as one of the earliest preserved examples of ancient urban planning. Ultimately the rock was unable to save its king, but it succeeded in preserving ancient Sinhalese culture.
Looks a little like Ayers rock, an ancient village was at the top, just amazing how people would have been able to do that may centuries ago!
Getting there! 1.200 steps to top!
The amazing and welcoming staircase to the top of the palace. #srilanka #UNESCO #worldheritage #mattravel #nationalpark

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Reef Villa & Spa

Reef Villa & Spa

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Tours & day trips

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Sigiriya & Dambulla Private Day Trip with Entry Fees & Lunch

Sigiriya & Dambulla Private Day Trip with Entry Fees & Lunch

Activity duration is 14 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥20,666 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Wilpattu National Park Safari Tour from Dambulla

Wilpattu National Park Safari Tour from Dambulla

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥33,384 per adult*
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Tropical Touch: 2 Days in Sri Lanka

Tropical Touch: 2 Days in Sri Lanka

Activity duration is 2 days
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥47,532 per traveler*
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Cruises & boat tours

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Sigiriya Sunrise/Sunset Guided Boat Ride

Sigiriya Sunrise/Sunset Guided Boat Ride

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥7,631 per adult
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Multi Day Tour Tropical Sri Lanka A Week in Paradise

Multi Day Tour Tropical Sri Lanka A Week in Paradise

Activity duration is 7 days
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥206,661 per traveler*
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Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla Cave Temple

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Spectacular Buddha statues and colorful murals beautify this ancient complex of rock-cut temples set high above the plains of Dambulla.

Dambulla Cave Temple
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

5/5(4 reviews)

Catch an event at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium during your trip to Dambulla. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city

Polonnaruwa Vatadage

4.5/5(4 reviews)

After visiting Polonnaruwa Vatadage, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

Polonnaruwa Vatadage
Kiri Vihara - ancient dagoba. Pollonaruwa, Sri Lanka

Kiri Vihara Temple

After visiting Kiri Vihara Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its biking trails.

Kiri Vihara Temple

Sigiriya Lion Rock

After visiting Sigiriya Lion Rock, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sigiriya. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its campsites.

Sigiriya Lion Rock

Sigiriya Museum

4.5/5(12 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sigiriya Museum during your travels in Sigiriya. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sigiriya Museum

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Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya

4 out of 5
Hotel Road Sigiriya
Hotel Sigiriya
Eighth Wonder Resort

Eighth Wonder Resort

3.5 out of 5
Kimbissa Sigiriya
Eighth Wonder Resort
Sigiriya Village

Sigiriya Village

4 out of 5
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Flower Garden Eco Village

Flower Garden Eco Village

3.5 out of 5
201D, Thalkote Rd, Ehalagala Sigiriya
Flower Garden Eco Village
Sunshine Resort and Spa

Sunshine Resort and Spa

3 out of 5
5TH MILE POST Sigiriya Central Province
Sunshine Resort and Spa
Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

4.5 out of 5
Rangirigama Sigiriya
Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve
Heritance Kandalama

Heritance Kandalama

5 out of 5
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Heritance Kandalama
EKHO Sigiriya

EKHO Sigiriya

3.5 out of 5
Matale District Sigiriya
EKHO Sigiriya
Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort

Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort

3 out of 5
Dhuwannagalayaya, Kayamwala, Sigiriya Matale
Kolla Watersong Eco Cabana resort
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