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Sigiriya Fortress

Sigiriya Fortress, or Lion Rock, is the most popular landmark and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka. It rises 200 meters above the plain, and it was built as an ancient rock fortress during the rule of King Kashyapa in the 5th century. The location is featured by magnificent frescoes, landscaped gardens, and the famous Mirror Wall, bearing witness to the artistic prowess of ancient Sri Lanka. Tourists can ascend to the top to visit the ruins of the royal palace and view in splendor the green countryside. Sigiriya is a monument to wit, art, and history — every traveler's goal.