Sigiriya

Rising 200 metres above the surrounding jungle, Sigiriya is Sri Lanka's most iconic landmark. This ancient rock fortress was built by King Kashyapa in the 5th century and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb the dramatic stairways carved into the rock face, pass the famous Lion's Paw entrance, and discover breathtaking frescoes of celestial maidens painted on the sheer cliff walls. At the summit, ruins of a royal palace offer panoramic views across the jungle plains of the Cultural Triangle. Sigiriya is widely regarded as the Eighth Wonder of the Ancient World.