Cobra Hood Cave in Sigiriya

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About Cobra Hood Cave in Sigiriya

Located inside the famous Boulder Garden, Cobra Hood Cave is a rocky ledge that resembles a fully opened cobra’s hood. The rock is seen on the way from the south gate to the car park.

History of Cobra Hood Cave

Along with being a natural attraction, the rock is also a historical and mythological attraction. Also known as the “Parumaka Naguliya Lena”, the rock is part of the great Indian epic Ramayana. However, there is not enough proof to the existence of this rock in the epic. Only the name of the rock justifies its association with the Ramayana. Some people believe that Sita was also called Naguli because she was born of a farrow and Cobra Hood Cave is named after her as its other name is Parumaka Naguliya Lena. There are also theories that suggest that Sita was held in custody in this rock.

There is an inscription in the drip ridge dating back to the 2nd century BC that confirms that the rock might have actually belonged to Chief Naguli who in turn donated it to a monk. The history behind this rock is very unclear. But it is sure that the rock is of some historical importance.

Highlights of Cobra Hood Cave

Besides being historically significant, the rock is important from the point of view of art and craftsmanship. The rock was once interiorated with paintings of plants and animals. Some dizzy marks of these Cobra Hood Cave paintings in Sigiriya still show. The paintings depict the stories of the Ramayana.

The rock is a major tourist attraction. It has been proved by scientists that the rock is 100% natural. An interesting feature of the rock is the Lion flight of steps that lead you all the way up to the palace garden on the top. Some excavations took place as a result of which nine human skeletons were found.

So if you are someone who likes to marvel at natural wonders or finds places of historical and mythological significance interesting, you should definitely pay a visit to Cobra Hood Cave. If you are visiting Boulder Garden, then this rock is definitely a must-visit attraction for you because it is located inside Boulder Garden. So, head to the place to admire the natural marvel, learn history and mythology and witness ancient Sri Lankan art.

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Sarah's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

Travel Triangle helped us connect with local travel agencies in Sri Lanka which helped us plan our itinerary and trip in a smooth manner

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Good Trip , well organised, Special Thanks to Mr Kasun who was with us for 7 days Took gr8 care and was very helpful Gr8 Job guys

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Kunal's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

Was one of the best experiences so far. The team was extremely responsive and handled last minute changes with ease. They are prompt in there response and always available to assist Strongly recommended for any one travelling to Sri Lanka to make your trip memorable Mirissa sunset Kandy temple Sigiriya climb Negembo stay

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S's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

Our holiday with trip travel hub was good. Efficient service for people in our group wanting a change in itenary at last moment. Travel agent was very accommodating. Gave us good car with driver. Only at Mirissa the room given to us was on 4th floor but no lift facility.

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Moushumi's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

I would say my overall trip was fine but there is scope of improvement when it comes to itinerary and planning. We could not cover a lot of points irrespective of the fact we started everyday as early as 9am. We barely got any time to shop in Colombo, in fact Lotus tower was the only place we could vidit after our arrival to Colombo and the cab driver didn't let us shop the next day or on our last day when we headed 5-6 hours early to the airport. The hotels were good except for the fact that two of them had no lifts but we had to climb stairs which was not beforehand. In fact the hotel which had a great view in Kandy, I requested the agent if we could stay there instead of going to Nuwara eliya but since it was last minute it was not acceptable. I would give 3 out 5 as there is scope of having better experience. My best memory is the time we spent in the Millennium elephant orphanage where we fed and bathed the elephant and walked with one.

Moushumi Ghosh Hyderabad

Vipul's 8 days trip to Sigiriya

Trip Travel Hub provided what they promised, good car, good driver which is the most important aspect of the tour. Sachini from Trip Travel hub was in constant touch with us before the journey started, share the details of the vehicle before hand. Doshan during the whole trip was very helpful and guided us through out the trip. Trip travel hub is an agency which can be trusted for Srilanka tours.

Vipul Jain Chennai

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Alency's 4 days trip to Sigiriya

Hie. It was my first international trip with my frnd . The trip organised was so well. It was in our comfit zone. Did not find any trouble during the trip with the agency, driver dinuka was a gem of a person given to us by the tours. He helped us in many ways. A memorable trip All the places that was adviced to us was good. I liked Kandy a lot

Alency Mumbai

Ramyashri's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

We had our Srilanka trip booked with travel triangle which provided 3 agents who were extremely patient with our itenary requests multiple times with multiple combinations. The Glamour Asia tours Pvt Ltd whose service we availed was extremely good . The booking process right from itenary preparation, initial payment and hotel booking confirmation was given to us in detail.The process of payment at the destination with the agent was easy and seamless. thanks Travel triangle for making the trip memorable and hassle free

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I traveled with wego lanka on a solo trip from India. I visited pinnawala, Kandy, nuwara eliya and Bentota. Everything thing was very well arranged and executed.. the guide for my trip was Dulanka . He was very friendly, considerate and helpful. All in all had a wonderful trip thanks to wego lanka. highly recommended if you are travelling to Sri Lanka

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FAQ's of Sigiriya

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Cobra Hood Cave is inside Boulder Garden and Boulder Garden has activities like bird watching, kayaking trips, mountain biking, abseiling, etc.

Yes, Boulder Garden hosts tours to the caves that are present in the garden.

Yes, there are guides in cave tours who help you through the way.

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