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Royal Rock Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 2.3 km from Sigiriya Rock, Royal Rock Sigiriya provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

c
chen
From
Israel
Location is great and you have a view for lion rock! The staff was super helpful especially the manger- sanath, he help every day to find out what to do here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,036 reviews
Price from
US$56.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Lankapura Heritage

Hotel in Sigiriya

Situated in Sigiriya, 2 km from Sigiriya Rock, Lankapura Heritage features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

S
Sue Ellen
From
Malta
Clean and comfortable room. Good breakfast. And the pool with the view of the rock is amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,081 reviews
Price from
US$57
1 night, 2 adults
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Lion See Hotel - Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Situated in Sigiriya, 2.5 km from Sigiriya Rock, Lion See Hotel - Sigiriya features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

N
Natália
From
United Arab Emirates
We spent in hotel only 1 night but if we would stay in Sigiriya longer we would definetly stay here. The second we came, personal were so nice and helpful. Location of hotel is amazing, walk distance to Lion rock and 20 min with tuk tuk to Dambulla caves. The room was spacious, clean, with amazing view. Breakfast in morning was amazing, homemade mix of western and traditional sri lankan dishes with fresh cut fruit. 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults
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Lion Gate Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 2.7 km from Sigiriya Rock, Lion Gate Hotel Sigiriya provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

D
David
From
United Kingdom
Great pool. Bernhard was incredibly helpful arranging trips, tuk tuks and ensuring you had a great time
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews
Price from
US$80
1 night, 2 adults
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Sigiriya Cottage

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 3 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Cottage provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Price from
US$110
1 night, 2 adults
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Tropicara Resort

Hotel in Sigiriya

Set in Sigiriya, 9.2 km from Pidurangala Rock, Tropicara Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

D
Davor
From
Slovenia
We are family with 3 years old child. Normally we are looking for spacious and clean rooms. Tropicara provided exactly what we were looking for. Rooms are operated by very nice and friendly family. Comfortable and spacious room. Breakfast and dinner that we ate there were delicious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults
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Dambulla Kings Inn

Hotel in Dambulla

Boasting a garden and a terrace, Dambulla Kings Inn is set in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock and 23 km from Pidurangala Rock.

K
Kumar
From
India
Great ambience. Beautiful place to stay. Hosts are soo friendly .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults
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The Cottage Sigiriya

Hotel in Sigiriya

Set in Sigiriya, 3.7 km from Sigiriya Rock, The Cottage Sigiriya offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

E
Elise
From
Netherlands
Very friendly and helpfull owners/staff. They recommended different activities, asked frequently about the stay, good breakfast and all day available to order something like food and drinks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 573 reviews
Price from
US$70
1 night, 2 adults
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Eden Grand

Hotel in Dambulla

Situated in Dambulla, within 18 km of Sigiriya Rock and 21 km of Pidurangala Rock, Eden Grand features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

T
TAİFE ZEYNEP
From
Turkey
Whatever I say would be insufficient. They are very helpful and friendly. You can arrange the tour and car you want. The rooms are spotlessly clean and the breakfast is very good. You can see a lot of squirrels from the balcony of your room and you can also watch the monkeys while having breakfast. The staff and the owner will do their best to help you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews
Price from
US$54.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Panoramic Royal Villa

Hotel in Sigiriya

Located in Sigiriya, 2.6 km from Sigiriya Rock, Panoramic Royal Villa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and massage services.

J
Jochen
From
Germany
Very nice and friendly hosting family. They cooked really good dinner for us. Quiet place with good view of the Lions Head. The son of the host offers a jeep Safari to see the Elephants in the national park nearby. We enjoyed the safari even more than Yala NP. It was not crowded at all.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
Price from
US$35.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 734 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 7.2 km from Sigiriya Rock, Into The Wild Sigiriya provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

From US$67.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 8.1 km from Pidurangala Rock, Organic Garden Resort Sigiriya provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

From US$60.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

Situated in Sigiriya, 1.4 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sunrise Cottage features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

Set in Dambulla, 15 km from Sigiriya Rock, Evergreen Hotel Dambulla offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews

Set in Sigiriya, 3.6 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Ranasinghe Nature Villa & Cabana offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and spa centre, Jetwing Lake is set in Dambulla in the Matale District Region, 6 km from Dambulla Cave Temple. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

From US$242.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

Set in Sigiriya, 6 km from Sigiriya Rock, Kuwera Eco Lodge boasts a year-round outdoor pool and views of the pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

From US$123.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 739 reviews

Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection is set amidst lush tropical foliage. Situated just opposite Sigiriya Rock, the resort boasts an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and 4 dining options.

From US$311.52 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Dambulla, 22 km from Sigiriya Rock, JC's Village features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a spa and wellness centre.

From US$44.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 1.2 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya Dream Inn provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$54.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Set in Sigiriya, 2.8 km from Sigiriya Rock, The Heritage Resort offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$78.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Located in Sigiriya, 1.5 km from Sigiriya Rock, The Wild Elephant Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$77.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Situated in Dambulla, within 20 km of Sigiriya Rock and 23 km of Pidurangala Rock, Golden stars hotel Dambulla features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

From US$42.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Situated in Sigiriya, 6.8 km from Pidurangala Rock, Sigiri Vananthara features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$118.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviews

Situated in Sigiriya, 5.3 km from Sigiriya Rock, NIVADOO RESORT SIGIRIYA features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$102 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews

Located in Dambulla, 17 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sundaras Resort LTD provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$70.90 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Set in Dambulla, 18 km from Sigiriya Rock, The Nature Resort offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$31.08 per night

SummerSet

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Situated in Dambulla, 19 km from Sigiriya Rock, SummerSet features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

From US$35.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 9.3 km from Sigiriya Rock, Wild Blossom Sigiriya provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$13.97 per night

Hotel Awaken

Hotel in Dambulla
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Situated in Dambulla, 17 km from Sigiriya Rock, Hotel Awaken features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$35.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Located in Kavudupelella, 39 km from Kandy City Center Shopping Mall, JayS Place Matale provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From US$38.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Located in Sigiriya, 1.2 km from Sigiriya Rock, Sigiri Heaven Villa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$46.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

Set in Sigiriya, 1.5 km from Sigiriya Rock, Pride Rock Villa & Tree House offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$27.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Located in Dambulla, 20 km from Sigiriya Rock, Prem Nadee Homestay provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$16.65 per night

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Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya

Sigiriya
From US$507.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
One of the most tranquil and peaceful stays of our travels so far. Everything about this property was outstanding - the staff and the service , the room which was spacious with comfortable and huge bed , plunge pool and overlooking greenery , spacious and huge bathroom . We had booked the stay which included their Ayurvedic doctor and treatment and it was heavenly. Top notch quality and very peaceful. Note that the Ayurvedic Center closes at 4pm and rightly so. Would advice to choose full board ( breakfast , lunch and dinner) and opt for Ayurvedic food ( if you prefer vegetarian) . The food was clean , light , local and tasty. We also saw a peacock in the morning right beside our room. The team also provided us very good tips on the time we should visit the lion rock ( for sunrise to avoid crowds) and helped us book a safari to the Kaudulla national park which was one of the highlights of our stay. The property is built on over 70 acres and gives you the green , lush, expansive feel. Thank you to the staff - Chandana ( manager) , praveen , Hasitana ( the chef) and the two people who served breakfast. Everyone serves with a smile and a peaceful demeanour . I had also shared that it was my partners birthday ( a few hours before arriving) and they had made such nice birthday arrangements ( balloons , cake , room decor ). We will surely refer this place to our friends and family and be back here for sure .
Guest review by
Meera
India

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

Sigiriya
From US$430.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
The resort is put together beautifully. peaceful and perfectly blended with the natural surroundings. Our water dwelling was just stunning. The attention to detail and the room layout are awesome. The service was outstanding. A special thank you to Ravindra and Amila, who looked after us throughout our stay. It’s great to have a personal butler, but what made the experience really special was how genuinely they cared about making us feel at home. The guided tour of Sigiriya Rock and the elephant safari are well-organized, and the naturalists who joined us were knowledgeable and making the trips more than worthwhile. If you’re planning to do these kinds of trips, definitely go with a guide. The food was another highlight with attention to local dishes as well as international cuisine.
Guest review by
Jan
Belgium

SigiriyaJungles Resort & Spa

Sigiriya
From US$183.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews
Our stay at the hotel was truly satisfying! The pool was well-maintained, and the staff responsible for it was exceptionally friendly and skilled in guest service, leaving a great first impression. During dinner, the food we ordered was served promptly, and the manager stood out for his friendliness and excellent customer care. He attentively listened to guests’ needs, ensuring their satisfaction and regularly checking in to make sure everything was up to standard. The staff serving food and drinks were proactive, ensuring guests’ comfort and satisfaction at every step. The cocktails and other beverages were of high quality and met our expectations. Breakfast was another highlight, offering a wide variety of delicious options to cater to all tastes.
Guest review by
Anuradha
Sri Lanka

Wild Grass Nature Resort

Sigiriya
From US$295.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
We had a wonderful stay, especially on such short notice! Nimal and his team went the extra mile to ensure we were looked after. The villa was incredible, placing you right in the centre of nature and on each walk to the restaurant, we saw beautiful birds and even a peacock! My wife and I were both treated to the famous Sri Lankan hospitality, as mentioned by our friends who visited this beautiful country and hats off to the chef for producing mouthwatering food! The chef even taught us how to make pol roti, a delicious breakfast item in Sri Lanka. We wish we booked more days as the resort offers so much! We will certainly recommend this beautiful resort to our friends and even come back here. Thanks, Wild Grass team for the memorable stay!
Guest review by
Philippe de Haer
Belgium

Heritance Kandalama

Sigiriya
From US$432.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,623 reviews
To be honest, it is hard to say that the room condition or service quality is equal or better than 5-star hotels. So if you expect perfection as a hotel, you may be slightly disappointed. The room condition is a bit old. However, the experience of staying here cannot be evaluated simply by the quality of the accommodation. It is the best. Here, you can feel the philosophy of Bawa that you should be immersed in nature. If you understand Bawa, such as the depth of experience, the meaning of space, and nature and architecture, Heritance Kandalama is a place that has more value than that. The best hotel
Guest review by
Hagyeng
South Korea

Back of Beyond - Pidurangala

Sigiriya
From US$143 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews
our very first stay in Sri Lanka and what a dreamy place.. the staff is truly welcoming and kind, the room is clean and the food is really tasty. Waking up in the middle of the jungle feels amazingly peaceful and we can not recommend this place enough
Guest review by
Rosalie
France

Jetwing Lake

Dambulla
From US$242.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
It felt like an oasis. The swimming pool was absolutely exceptional, with bedrooms overlooking the lake. The staff were very friendly and accommodating and there were a lot of very tasty food options. Would highly recommend!
Guest review by
Lara
Greece

Sigiriana Resort by Thilanka

Dambulla
From US$167.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
This hotel is amazing! It's a bit outside of the city, but the big rooms with magnificent views, good restaurants serving amazing food, and the pool with views are incredible. I have no complaints.
Guest review by
ISAK
Norway

Water Garden Sigiriya - 30 Chic Designed Private Villas Overlooking Sigiriya

Sigiriya
From US$1,051.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
The villas are spacious and nicely furnished. You can see LionRock from the dining table. We took advantage of the bike trip. The service is excellent and accommodating.
Guest review by
Leona
Czech Republic

Sigiriya Village

Sigiriya
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews
the staff is super friendly. my boyfriend was sick and they brought breakfast to our room, especially for him, too kind. great location, great food and big rooms!!
Guest review by
Jill
Belgium

Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection

Sigiriya
From US$311.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 739 reviews
An excellent hotel, staff service where excellent, the room was comfortable, the food was excellent, It is one of the best hotels.
Guest review by
Ofer
Israel

Amaya Lake Dambulla

Sigiriya
From US$320.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews
Breakfast was excellent. An amazing selection from the buffet. The landscape and gardening were exceptional.
Guest review by
Alok
India

Oak Ray Elephant Lake

Sigiriya
From US$116.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Beautiful spot. Very spacious rooms with an excellent restaurant. The food is exceptional. Good location.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
Australia

Hotel Sigiriya

Sigiriya
From US$181.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,968 reviews
A localização, a vista da piscina, o restaurante do hotel, o staff
Guest review by
Patrícia
Portugal

Kassapa Lions Rock

Sigiriya
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Large room. Food Good. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Guest review by
Debra
Sri Lanka

Liyya Water Villas

Dambulla
From US$121 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Very impressive hotel! Come back again!
Guest review by
Romas
Lithuania

Kalundewa Retreat

Dambulla
From US$667.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
A wounderful experience in nature
Guest review by
hamady
Israel

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8.0

I’ll never forget the day we spent climbing Sigiriya.

I’ll never forget the day we spent climbing Sigiriya. And no wonder such a wonderful World Heritage Site kept popping up everywhere: Test it against the massive old fortress, the gorgeous frescoes, and images taken of landscapes from the summit, and there you’ll pick one of Sri Lanka’s greatest treasures. Not an easy or casual climb but certainly one that throws panoramic views so very far worth it and lucid into history at every step. Water gardens at the bottom quite worth a visit. One has to get there at dawn to avoid numerous tourists and scorching sun. Thus, in general, Sigiriya is a combination of artistic creation, engineering work of antiquity, and a miracle of nature, and a must-see site in Sri Lanka.
Guest review by
Shiron
Sri Lanka
10

We chose not to climb Sigiriya (having just recovered from...

We chose not to climb Sigiriya (having just recovered from Adam's Peak!) but instead chose the much shorter Pidurangala which afforded a fabulous view of Sigiriya. Highly recommended. A visit to the Bawa hotel, Heritance Kandalama, is well worth it as an insight into the brilliant architectural mind of Geoffrey Bawa.
Guest review by
Iman
Australia
10

A beautiful place on earth that there are lots of 360 degree...

A beautiful place on earth that there are lots of 360 degree view points. But if it rains it will ruin your plans. So make sure you depend on weatherly and visit Matale when it shows many continuous sunny days. Even on cloudy forecasts do not visit as all mointain tops then will be covered and you will not see the sights. when it is humid leaches also will be active and will become a painful experience.
Guest review by
Udana
Sri Lanka
10

There is so much more to do in this area than I realised.

There is so much more to do in this area than I realised. I will definitely come back. The area is beautiful and we were sad to leave. We dud Pidurangala Rock which was fun, more of an adventurous climb than Lions Rock. It has incredible views of Lions Rock. We also did a safari in Minneriya National Park. The park was beautiful and we saw so many elephants plus lots of varieties of birds, golden jackals, monkees, mongoose, the grizzled giant squirrel, buffalo and jungle foul. We also went to Dambula Temple Caves which is very spiritual and Luckgrove Spice Gardens which was an incredible experience. Highly recommend this area.
Guest review by
Hazel
Ireland
10

Dambulla is an excellent base for exploring Kandy,...

Dambulla is an excellent base for exploring Kandy, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya. We stayed there for 4 Nights and could cover the heritage sites easily. Dambulla Caves are a must-see and so is Sigiriya (just 16 Kms. away). Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa are around an hours drive but Dambulla is much well-connected and less touristy.
Guest review by
Malay
India
8.0

Mainly there are 10-12 attractions in Matale.

Mainly there are 10-12 attractions in Matale. As I just stayed one day which was not sufficient to visit all the places. Among them where I went were also hampered due to the rain at time to time. Generally Matele was quit good tourist destination if it is planned well with couple of days.
Guest review by
roshan jayawickrama
Sri Lanka
10

A nice hike to view a breathe taking view.

A nice hike to view a breathe taking view. If anyone should travel to Sigiriya they should start to climb the rock at 5.30am as the ticket counters open. Wearing proper hiking or workout clothes would be the best.
Guest review by
Gavin Rosayro
Sri Lanka
10

Dambulla is truly the perfect gateway to explore Sri Lanka's...

Dambulla is truly the perfect gateway to explore Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle! Located at the heart of this historic region, it offers unbeatable access to some of the country’s most iconic sites. From Dambulla, you’re just a short drive from the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, and the sacred ruins of Anuradhapura. The Dambulla Cave Temple itself is a stunning treasure, filled with ancient statues and beautiful murals. With its central location, Dambulla is the ideal base for exploring these cultural wonders, while also providing a peaceful escape surrounded by nature. Whether you're into history, culture, or simply breathtaking landscapes, Dambulla is the best place to start your journey through Sri Lanka’s rich heritage.
Guest review by
David

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