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Visit the Lion's Paw in Sigiriya

Lion’s Paws in Sigiriya

Get awe-struck by this archaeological beauty

Tourism in Sigiriya

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About Lion’s Paws in Sigiriya

The small town of Sigiriya is full of remarkable wonders that reflect the glorious history of Sri Lanka. The town is known for awe-striking rock shelters standing atop on which will give some of the best views to the onlookers. Sigiriya is also famous by the name Lion Rock owing to the lion statue that was built at the entrance that leads to the top of a rock. The statue is no more intact and only its remains can be seen. The whole site is covered with the rocky remains that say a lot about the historical significance of this town. This tourist spot reflects a lot about the archaeological history of the country of Sri Lanka and the whole Sigiriya town therefore acts as a magnet for travelers who have a thing for history. You can find a huge pair of Lion’s Paws at the entrance - it really is a sight to behold.

History Behind Lion’s Paws

This ancient site will not only attract the history buffs, as the travelers also get the chance to climb till the pinnacle of the rock, providing you with a view that you’ve never seen before. Historically, it is said that there used to be a lion head atop these paws that later collapsed. These paws were discovered in the late 19th century. The structure now only had 2 paws as the remains. However, the sharpness and precision of this structure throw a vivid light on the archaeological brilliance in Sri Lanka during the historical times.

The Climb

The paws envelop the stairway that leads all the way up to the summit of Lion Rock. Therefore, this place is a paradise for adventurers who can come to this place to enjoy a great adrenaline-pumping experience. Your visit to Sigiriya will be incomplete if you miss out on this thrilling hiking experience. From the top of this rock, you’ll see numerous trees in a sprawling land in all four directions - an experience that might as well leave you dumbstruck. At top of Sigiriya Lion Rock, you’ll even find the remains. What’ll mesmerise you to a great level is the amazing garden that will simply add up to the sightseeing experience.

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    Ajay Chaudhary

    New delhi

    Ajay's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

    Very pleasant experience working with Travel Triangle right from making the travel booking and had an wonderful experience working with Crimson voyages. Both Nurshida and Rizwi were very professional in addressing all the queries and helped in providing us a memorable Sri Lanka travel experience
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    Dheeraj Rameshwar Mehar

    Australia

    Dheeraj's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

    The trip was planned well and we enjoyed a lot Morning trek to Lion rock.
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    Santosh Karumanchi

    Hyderabad

    Santosh's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

    I am happy with the arrangements done by the Trip Travel hub company in Sri Lanka, They have provided good hotels and good car to go around. Although they can do a better job with planning the itinerary as we faced dificulty to cover everything that was planned in Nuwara Eliya, Kandy and Ramboda. We
    liked the accomodation provided in Sigirya, Ramboda, Mirissa, but the one in Yala was not that great. The company also should have enquired about our food preferences and planned for restaurants where we could eat proper meals. everyday it was a challenge to find vegetarian restaurent to eat lunch and snacks. The best part of the trip was the hotel Oak Ray Tea Bush, the amazing view from the hotel room was really worth it. Overall the trip was good and satisfactory.
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    Sheetal

    Bangalore

    Sheetal's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

    Dear Team, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for the incredible experience we had on our recent Sri Lankan trip. A huge thank you to Ms. Savindi for crafting a fantastic itinerary and accommodating all our custom requests. She was always available clearing all our doub
    ts and customising our needs. Her efforts made the trip truly unforgettable! Kudos to our Tour Guide Mr. Dhananjaya for being super cooperative, flexible, and caring, especially with the kids. His sensitivity and coordination made all the difference. He went above and beyond! And our kids loved his company. Looking forward to planning the next adventure! Wish you all the very best. Best regards, Sheetal
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    Sharma Saumya

    Mumbai

    Sharma's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

    The trip was planned very well by our travel agent -Firaz. Right from the beginning he understood what we exactly wanted and customised the itinerary as per our need. Very well managed trip and would definitely recommend going through him if anyone is planning to visit Srilanka
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    Sivathanu Pillai S

    Thiruvananthapuram

    Sivathanu's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

    Tour emerald were fantastic. The tour agent and their crew did a wonderful job. The stay in Bentota(Rathna Beach Resort) was not upto the mark. Stains in the bed and the toilets were not clean. I had given a poor review in trip advisor for them. Please do not recommend that beach resort for your cli
    ents. Apart from that , it was a wonderful experience.
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    Kishan Karia

    Kishan's 8 days trip to Sigiriya

    We would like to express our sincere thanks to Ms. Dilini for the wonderful arrangements and the care she put into making our trip truly memorable. From start to finish, she supported us patiently at every step and ensured we had the best possible experience in Sri Lanka. Even though we arrived dur
    ing challenging weather conditions, Ms. Dilini and our chauffeur Mr. Chamara made sure that every place we stayed and visited was comfortable and enjoyable. We booked a 10-day Sri Lanka tour with Steeple Tours, and it was an amazing experience. Everything was perfectly planned, from the well-balanced itinerary to the carefully selected hotels, allowing us to enjoy both sightseeing and relaxation. A special thanks to Mr. Chamara, our chauffeur and guide, who was polite, highly experienced, and very understanding of our travel needs. His driving and guidance made our journey smooth and stress-free. The entire team was professional, responsive, and attentive, ensuring a seamless travel experience. We returned with unforgettable memories and are truly grateful to Steeple Tours for making our trip so special. Highly recommended for anyone planning to visit Sri Lanka!
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    Rohit Garate

    Mumbai

    Rohit's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

    We had a wonderful experience in Sri Lanka with Steeple Tours SriLanka and the itinerary provided to us was very well planned and balanced. It covered a perfect mix of nature, culture, wildlife, and leisure, allowing us to truly experience the beauty and diversity of the country without feeling rus
    hed. Each destination was thoughtfully selected, and the sequence of travel was smooth and comfortable. From scenic journeys and national park safaris to historic city tours and relaxing beach time, everything was well organized. The accommodations and activity timings were also managed efficiently, which made the overall journey enjoyable and stress-free. A special mention goes to our driver, Geeth, who was extremely supportive throughout the trip. He was punctual, polite, and very professional. Geeth guided us well at every location, shared helpful local insights, and ensured our safety and comfort at all times. His friendly nature and willingness to help made a big difference to our overall experience. Overall, this itinerary helped us explore Sri Lanka in the best possible way, and we are very satisfied with the arrangements and services provided. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone planning to visit Sri Lanka.
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    Divya P

    New delhi

    Divya's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

    The person who was handling from the travel triangle, she was no help. We have booked trips from travel triangle before they guide you, help you wit any question. Chetna dint do any communication and always asked to talk to the Sri Lanka agent. Which is fine but she was no help at all.
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    Pandhareneelkant

    Bengaluru

    Pandhareneelkant's 4 days trip to Sigiriya

    The initial plans and arrangements looked good. Due to the rains and landslides, the locations were changed. The travel agent probably tried to reorganise things. He was not fully careful in selecting hotels as I had asked for all 5 star hotels. Even if a 4 star should have been chosen after thoroug
    h check. The Bentota stay was a mess. Mirissa was still good. To save money the agent did shabby arrangements not because of time. There were plenty of options. I am not happy with travel triangle for the first time. This must be compensated. Good stay inn Mirissa. Hotel was good though some initial confusion about the package but clarified later. The driver was principally good but not consistent. Young boy, goes away for long in the gaps, every time delayed to return and pick us. Always on the mobile phone. Very insecure driving.

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    FAQs of Sigiriya

    Who discovered the Lion’s Paws in Sigiriya?

    The well-known British archaeologist, Harry Charles Purvis Bell discovered this half structure in the year 1898.

    What do the Lion’s Paws symbolise?

    The whole lion was believed to symbolize the Lord Buddha and was referred to as Sakya Simha that translates to Lion that belonged to the clan of Sakya. This very fact till date brings many people to this site who are dedicated devotees of Buddha.

    When was the structure built?

    The whole structure, including the lion's head is said to have been built in the 5th century. The remains of the head are still there.

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