Explore the breathtaking Sigiriya, Sri Lanka’s iconic ancient rock fortress, with stunning drone footage showcasing its ...

Sigiriya - the Lion Mountain in Sri Lanka ... Built on top of a 200m high rock, the entrance to the climb once has been through a lions head. Only the huge paws remain today.

Before Sigiriya, Sri Lanka's royal capital was located in Anuradhapura, more than 70km to the north-west. ... "The lion paws are the main entrance that will take you to the top of the mountain." ...

Built in the fifth century, Sri Lanka’s Sigiriya fortress attracted the attention of British archaeologists in the 1800s, who were amazed by its leonine rock art and beautiful frescoes.

It gets its name from a giant lion gateway (above) that the king built about halfway up the climb; ‘Sigiriya’ comes from the Sinhalese word ‘Sihagri’, meaning Lion Rock.. The ruins of Kasyapa’s palace ...

Considered by many to be the most famous tourist attraction in the country, Sigiriya Lion Rock is an ancient fortress known for its massive column of rock that reaches nearly 200 meters high.

Explore the breathtaking Sigiriya, Sri Lanka’s iconic ancient rock fortress, with stunning drone footage showcasing its towering heights, lush surrounding jungles, and the remnants of its ...