Sigiriya Lion Rock Climb

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What you'll do

A hike to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site- Sigiriya Lion Rock is always best done in the early morning or late afternoon, when the crowds are less dense and the temperature is cooler.The site is best avoided at weekends (especially sun) and on public holidays, when its narrow staircases and walkways can become unbearably congested.
The site divides into two sections: the rock itself, on whose summit Kassapa established his principal palace; and the area around the base of the rock, home to elaborate royal pleasure gardens as well as various monastic remains pre-dating Kassapa’s era. The entire site is a compelling combination of wild nature and high artifice – exemplified by the delicate paintings of the Sigiriya damsels which cling to the rock’s rugged flanks. Our curated walks to the top of rock include knowledgeable field guides who will weave the entire historic story so you will be entertained from the start to the end.