Explore Sigiriya Rock Fortress with a Guide
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Sigiriya Rock Fortress is considered one of the Wonders of the World due to its complexity of urban city planning, architecture, hydraulic engineering, and landscaping. This was built by King Kashyapa in the 5th Century AD who ruled the country for 18 years (477-495 AD) from here. The palace consists of a beautiful pleasure garden, paintings, and a mirror wall. Pleasure Garden gives vast evidence of city planning, architectural ability, and knowledge in water management which was used 1500 years ago! Sigiriya paintings are also 1500 years old and can witness how ancient artists drew these paintings on wet plaster by using natural pigments and protective steps taken by varnishing! Mirror walls provide enough evidence of the literacy level and literature power of ancient people who lived between the 7th Century AD and to 13th Century AD. Also the evolution of letters along with the time by reading & understanding these poems! It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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It was my 3rd group trip to Sri Lanka and it lived up to my expectations due to being accompanied by our guide Ash. I recommemd if you visit Sri Lanka you book the best guide his name is Ash. The itinerary filled all of our requirements and Our accommodation was 5 star all the way. Our experience driver and his helper kept us safe and entertained. Thanks everyone for a fabulous trip
Hi Lyn, Thank you so much for your 5-star rating and for your recommendation. I am so glad you enjoyed my services. I sincerely appreciate your business and your valuable feedback. Visit us again! Ashan(Ash)
