Sigiriya Holidays

Climb up this imposing rock and see the maidens of Sigiriya.

Visit Sigiriya

Art & Culture
Place or Historical Monument
Unesco World Heritage

Sigiriya: How to get there?

30 minutes from Dambulla by bus

Sigiriya: See when to go?

From January to September

Sigiriya: For how long?

One day

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Sigiriya: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay

Anne Vergnaud

Travel writer

Climb up this imposing rock and see the maidens of Sigiriya.

My suggestion

Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds and the heat.

Anonymous

Travel writer

Sigiriya is world famous for its Lion Rock, a major site classed as UNESCO World Heritage.

My suggestion

Spend some time cycling in the area around Kimbisa in the late afternoon/early evening. As you pass through the superb landscape of jungle and rice fields, you may be lucky enough to spot wild elephants.

Romain Beuvart

Travel writer

Sigiriya is an important archaeological site and an ancient royal city perched on the summit of a famous rock. It's a must-see place for anyone staying in Sri Lanka.

My suggestion

Make sure you take enough water with you, the climb is quite steep, the tour lasts quite a long time and there are no street traders or taps on site.

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Whether you are passionate about history or nature you can't help but be charmed by Sigiriya and its surroundings. You'll climb back into time and history as you climb the steps of the Lion Rock. At the end of the day, enjoy the sunset over the magnificent countryside of the plains.

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