Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress Entry eTicket
Description
Explore the ancient fortress of Sigiriya, also known as the Lion Rock. Discover the history, art, and architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Now you can Fast track with an advance eTicket.
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Discover the ancient fortress of Sigiriya, often called the “Lion Rock,” a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by King Kashyapa in the 5th century CE, this extraordinary fortress complex sits atop a 200-meter (660 ft) high rock column. Learn about the stories of royal intrigue, betrayal, and Buddhist monastic life that make Sigiriya culturally and spiritually significant. Explore the advanced hydraulic systems, including moats, canals, and fountains that still function today, showcasing ancient urban planning. Admire the vivid fresco paintings of celestial maidens, considered masterpieces of ancient Sri Lankan art. Once you reach the summit, take in breathtaking views of lush forests, gardens, and lakes. eTicket will enable you to fast track to the entrance beating the long queues!
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Reviews(5)
Very professional service guide was waiting at the entrance with the tickets and we didn’t have to wait in the line. Fab views
We went on a family trip and our guide was so nice and friendly we loved the way the old water fountains and beautiful views
one was the most wonderful places to visit in Sri lanka. So much history and wonderful panoramic views of the forests and lakes.
Great experience overall! The entry e Ticket saved us a lot of time and made everything very convenient. The process was smooth and stress free which helped us enjoy the trip even more.
We are a family of 4 and were very keen to experience Sigiriya. Viator were offering "Fortress Entry eTickets" and I naively booked these for our family. The great disappointment (we discovered when we got there) these tickets were grossly overpriced and a local guide was included, which we definitely did not want! When booking the tickets, a guide was never mentioned - if I had known, I would never have made the purchase!. Arriving at Sigiriya on the morning of our trip, we were handed over to a guide and were then duty bound to stay with him for a private tour. The guide was a lovely kind man and was doing his best to give us information and facts however unfortunately he was incredibly difficult to understand so all details were lost on us. Physically he also struggled terribly. My advice is: Book direct through the Sigiriya website, pay less and you won't be left with a Guide to deal with. Sigiriya is beautiful and unless you are interested in the history, a guide is not necessary. You can climb the rock and enjoy the beautiful gardens alone.
