Sigiriya, Sri-Lanka
Sigiriya - Most Iconic Destination in Sri Lanka
Sigiriya Rock (Lion Rock) - An Ancient Fort and UNESCO World Heritage
Pidurangala Vihara - Ancient Buddhist Temple in Matale District
Adventurous Elephant Rides in Sigiriya
Rare Green Pigeon Spotted in Kaudulla National Park
Lion's Paw - Located Before the Sigiriya Rock, Lion's Paw is Staircase Leading to Royal Palace
Dambulla Cave Temple (Golden Temple) - Another UNESCO World Heritage in Sigiriya
Sigiriya is Situated in Matale District has its History Dating back to 14th Century
Sigiriya National Museum - Established in 2009
Sigiriya Rock Consists of Ruins of Palaces
How To Reach Sigiriya
How to Reach Sigiriya
One can enter Sigiriya by bus or car
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How to Reach Sigiriya from India
Flights are available from Banglaore, Tirupati and Tiruchirappalli to Colombo.
Most frequently searched routes to Sigiriya
| Route Name | Distance | Time | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colombo to Sigiriya | 177 Km | 4 Hours 34 Minutes | View Details |
| Kandy to Sigiriya | 91 Km | 2 hours 56 Mins | View Details |
| Dambulla to Sigiriya | 17.2 km | 25 mins | View Details |
How to reach Sigiriya by flight
Sigiriya has no airports per se, but there are buses, cars and even tuk tuks available from Colombo in case tourists wish to avail of this option.
How to reach Sigiriya by road
Cars and taxis are also an option but traffic is very slow
How to reach Sigiriya by train
Colombo is connected to Sigiriya by train.
How to reach Sigiriya by bus
Colombo and Dambulla are connected to Sigiriya with regular bus services.
Local transport in Sigiriya
The best way to get around Nuwara Eliya is on foot or tuk tuks.
Sigiriya Photos
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