Lion’s Paws in Sigiriya

Get awe-struck by this archaeological beauty

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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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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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Abhishek's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

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

Abhishek Laddha New delhi

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

Avani's 7 days trip to Sigiriya

The trip was very well planned and the tour guide was really good.

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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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Anusree's 6 days trip to Sigiriya

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

Anusree Sadanand Mumbai

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

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.

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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