Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the central province, Sri Lanka. The city was built by the fifth-century King Kashyapa I, who ruled the native Sinhalese dynasty, the Moriya. The imposing fortress was the capital of the Sinhalese kingdom until Kashyapa was defeated in A.D 495. Sigiriya is famous for its palace ruins on top of a massive 200-metre high rock surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs, and other structures. Some top sights in Sigiriya include; Pidurangala, Pidurangala Royal Cave Temple, Sigiriya Archaeological Museum, Minneriya National Park, Sigiri Art Gallery, Cobra Hood Cave, and several others.
On walking and biking tours in the city, visitors can tour through significant natural landscapes and enjoy the most spectacular views from mountain tops and other strategic viewing angles. Famous landmarks in the city can be explored on sightseeing tours, and visitors can learn of the city's history and religious culture on cultural and theme tours. On food and wine tasting tours, visitors will gain an insight into the city's culinary culture and can enjoy a personalised experience of the city on private custom tours. Visitors will enjoy luxury special occasions in the city with the tour team. Shore excursions are also available for other fun activities including picnics, water sports and strolls on the beach.
For those who want to extend their touring scape, day trips and excursions to Sigiriya’s neighbouring cities and towns available, and visitors will enjoy the best transfer services with Tripindicator’s airport transfers and other city transports. These tour activities and more are available on Tripindicator at very affordable prices compared to other top tour teams. Visitors are assured of the best experiences as the tour team provides them with tour activities selected from packages with the best user ratings and feedback.
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