Climb Up Sigiriya - Lion Rock In Sri Lanka

Climb Up Sigiriya - Lion Rock In Sri Lanka

by Jonny Blair

A trip to the fantastic Sigiriya Lion Rock in Sri Lanka is something you should do if you happen to be in the central part of the country. We had stayed in Dambulla the previous night and done the sightseeing round there. Then it was time to hit up Sigirya - Lion Rock.

How to get to Sigiriya

There are many ways to get out there to Sigiriya, one of the most common is actually to stay in the nearby town of Dambula. This is a truly cool spot which has its own bars, cafes, restaurants and some cosy hotels. Plus you can tour the temples when you are there and feel you are immersing yourself in the local lifestyle of this epic Sri Lankan town.

What price is climbing Sigiriya?

It's a crazy whopping 30 US Dollars which is a tad on the expensive side but you should try and do it as this is a once of a lifetime visit to a magical place. Many tourists rave about this place for years to come so a visit is definitely recommended. On the plus side other things in the country are cheap so don't worry too much.

What exactly is Sigiriya?

It's a massive rock with a lost city on top. It's not quite Machu Picchu and in many ways, it's out on it's own. This rock is in the middle of nowhere - wilderness surrounds it. It is a unique landscape city created in the 5th Century by King Kashapa. It's a crazy massive rock in short.

How Long Should You Spend At Sigiriya Lion Rock?

All in all the shortest time you should allow is 2 hours, but that's rushing it - do is properly and leisurely like us - 4 to 5 hours and you'll have your fix of it. It's a great day trip.

What else can you do at Sigiriya?

The museum and gift shop are only there to make money if truth be told and you've already given them $30 US. You can also tour the rock and temples

So that gives an impressive overview of this place. If you decide to visit this gem I hope this helps you on your way.



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