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Welcome to beautiful Sigiriya City in Sri Lanka

Sigiriya Tourism

Explore the impressive walled city surrounded by ancient fortifications

Tourism in Sigiriya

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Best time to visit
Jan - Apr
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5-6 Days
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  • Adventure Activities

About Sigiriya Attractions

Sigiriya is hard to ignore on your trip to Sri Lanka. The picturesque fifth century city is famous for a bevy of museums, monasteries, and not to forget the world-famous Lion Rock. The city is frequented by honeymooners and budget travelers from around the world who are curious to learn about its complex history and culture. Its ornately landscaped gardens and wall fortifications are a huge draw. You will be blown away by Sri Lankan cuisine which mostly consists of steamed vegetables and chicken dishes. There is no dearth of outdoor activities to pursue here. The things to do on a Sigiriya trip include climbing Pidurangala Rock, taking a stroll in the gardens, and visiting iconic attractions.

History of Sigiriya

Sigiriya is only a couple centuries younger than Sri Lanka, built by a non-royal person for King Kashyapa. The latter brutally murdered his father and stole the throne from the rightful heir and his half brother Moggallana. Kashyapa feared that his brother might try to take revenge from him, and escaped Anuradhapura to take shelter in Sigiriya. He built his fortress on top of a giant impenetrable rock. The evidence of Sigiriya history dates back to the fifth century BC. Sigiriya transformed overnight from a rocky zone to a city teeming with people, heritage and culture. Nobody could have seen this transformation coming back then.

Languages Spoken in Sigiriya

Besides the two official languages spoken in Sigiriya which are Tamil and Sinhala, several other languages are also spoken. These include Sri Lankan English, among others. It is a multilingual city, so rest assured you will not face any issues communicating with the locals in Sigiriya Sri Lanka.

Cultural Landmarks in Sigiriya

Sigiriya draws a vast majority of people from around the world to explore its prominent cultural and religious landmarks. From national parks to temples, there’s something for every type of traveler. If safaris excite you, visit Minneriya National Park to acquaint yourself with the flora and fauna of Sri Lanka. The park is home to 160 species of birds, 25 species of reptiles, and 75 different kinds of butterflies, among other things. On a regular day, you will easily spot elephants, deers, sloth bears and if you’re lucky, a group of leopards. Our Sigiriya guide will give you in-depth information about this iconic attraction.

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Managed by the Central Cultural Fund of Sri Lanka, Sigiriya Museum is a museum of archaeology located in Sigiriya near Sigiriya Rock Palace. Just next to the museum is the ticket counter to the Sigiriya Rock. What happens is that visitors usually choose to climb the rock first and then go to the museum. The climb to the top...

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Travel to Sigiriya

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By Air

The distance between Sigiriya and Colombo is 150 km. If you fly from Colombo to Sigiriya, it will take you half hours. It is the fastest way to reach Sigiriya. Cinnamon Air is a reputed domestic airline which has an air taxi operating regularly from Colombo to Sigiriya. It can only accommodate around 8 people, so make sure to book in advance. The Sigiriya flights embark from Colombo to Sigiriya at 10 AM from Monday to Sunday.

By Train

Another way to reach Sigiriya from Colombo is via train. However, there are no direct trains to Sigiriya. A feasible option is to board the train from Colombo Fort to Habrana. Habrana is 17 km away from Sigiriya. The train leaves at around 6:10 AM regularly from Colombo Fort railway station and takes around 5 hours to reach Sigiriya. You can take a taxi from Habrana to reach Sigiriya. The journey will cost you a nominal sum.

By Road

You can reach Sigiriya from Kandy, Sri Lanka via bus. The distance between Sigirya and Kandy is 90 km. First, visit the bus terminal in Kandy and take a bus to Dambulla. Your bus journey will be filled with sights of attractive cave temples. From Dambulla, grab a local bus to Sigiriya. The buses to Sigiriya leave within every 30 minutes from Dambulla bus terminal in the day time. A bus will take around 4 hours to reach your destination. The Sigiriya map gives a glimpse into the uncomplicated bus route. You will find the buses packed with people in the evening, and it will be enormously hard to find a seat in the bus. If such a situation arises, you can hire a cab from Kandy bus terminal. There are a plethora of cabs stationed near the terminal. The driver will take you to some of the major attractions around this region.

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      Kapil's 3 days trip to Sigiriya

      Travel agent Chamodi was so professional ,and welcoming and was eager to help at any moment in the given day. Best person I would have met to book a travel.
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      Prabhu's 4 days trip to Sigiriya

      Choosing Traveco as my travel agent happened to be an fortune.Mr.Shanil from Traveco constantly interacted with me and assisted in planning my travel.Special mention to the driver cum guide Mr.Mahesh who took us to each and every place of Sri Lanka and made us explore the beauty of the country. Visi
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      Ankush's 8 days trip to Sigiriya

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      ABHITESH RAJ

      New delhi

      Abhitesh's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

      It was a pleasant holiday. The hotels could have been little better with services .the outings were good ..overall the trip was pleasant.
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      Saurabh Agarwal

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      Saurabh's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

      Really appreciate the services provided by Udani holidays, they were great in planning the entire trip with things planned upto the minutest details. Great Job. Many thanks for making our trip great.
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      Neeraj Kumar Mittal

      Delhi

      Neeraj's 8 days trip to Sigiriya

      Overall Srilanka Tour is satisfactory and we had enjoyed a lot and only problem is Vegetarian food , We had missed the food taste in hole trip, Local Tour operator Udani Holiday Travel had taken good care of us and ginen all as per itinerary, We definitively recommend Travel Triangle and Udani for s
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      Jayanthan Veeraraghavan

      Chennai

      Jayanthan's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

      I had wonderful experience with Udani Travels.Problem is that i did not find good vegetarian hotel throught my holiday.Guides are ok.As i was single traveller i felt the trip was expensive.But if you go in group or as a family,without hesitation Srilanka is must visit tourist country.
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      Raj Kiran

      Hyderabad

      Raj's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

      Thanks to the agent Kasun who did a great job with the hotel selection and the price offered. Everything was professional. All small requests have been taken care of. The guide Buddhika was such a nice person and very knowledgeable, showing us all the places that we requested for and was explaining
      us everything about the place. He was very friendly and helpful. We all had such a nice time.
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      Rahul Jain

      Bengaluru

      Rahul's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

      Chamodi was really proactive and helpful in planning the trip. Driver (Tytus) was also helpful and really good.

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      FAQ's of Sigiriya

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      What is the most convenient mode of transportation to get around in Sigiriya?

      A bike or a cycle is the most convenient mode of transportation to get around in Sigiriya. Renting bikes in the city is pretty easy and they don’t cost a bomb.

      How long does it usually take to explore Sigiriya?

      You should set at least 3 hours aside to see this beautiful city and the attractions that it houses. Make sure to visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Sigiriya Museum.

      What is the most enjoyable thing to do in Sigiriya?

      The best thing to do in Sigiriya is embarking on a safari to explore the flora and fauna in Kaudulla National Park and Minneriya National Park. You can feed the elephants on your safari trip.

      What is the most adventurous thing to do in Sigiriya?

      Taking the flight of stairs up to Sigiriya rock fortress is by far the most adventurous thing to do in Sigiriya. It is an intense activity and not everyone is up for this thrilling endeavour.

      What is Sigiriya famous for?

      Apart from Sigiriya rock fortress, the city is famous for its water gardens that surround the fortress. They are symmetrically drawn landscaped gardens that include curved tanks, bathing pools, and more such exciting attractions.

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