About Sigiriya

The legendary tale begins as you enter the precincts of this historic city, Sigiriya Sri Lanka where life revolves around a rock, a monumental rock fortress. A UNESCO world heritage site, Sigiriya Sri Lanka is a must see destination in your itinerary of travel. Sigiriya is believed to have been the royal fortress mansion of King Kassapa who sought to escape the wrath of enemies after having overthrown and murdered his own father, King Dhatusena of Anuradhapura. Consequently the rock fortress had been completed with the finest irrigation systems, gardens and paintings that have lasted through the ages.

Sigiriya weather is generally warm and dry, with December and January relatively cooler.