Sigiriya Rock Garden Sri Lanka

Sigiriya Rock Garden Sri Lanka
Sigiriya Rock is an ancient rock fortress located in Sri Lanka. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. The rock is about 200 meters high and is topped by the ruins of a palace and gardens. The palace was built by King Kashyapa in the 5th century AD. Sigiriya Rock Sri LankaOpens in a new window Sigiriya is famous for its frescoes, which are paintings that were created on the rock face. The frescoes depict women and are considered to be some of the finest examples of ancient Sinhalese art.
Sigiriya can be reached by bus or train from Colombo. The best time to visit is during the dry season, which is from November to April.