Here is what you need to know about climbing to Sigiriya, the 200-metre-high city fortress in Sri Lanka Here is what you need to know about climbing to Sigiriya, the 200-metre-high city fortress in ...

The Sigiriya Central Cultural Fund Manager Vajira Ferdinand said from today it was compulsory for foreign tourists to wear special protective jackets if they wished to go beyond the ‘Lion’s Paw’ when ...

In the central highlands of Sri Lanka, my driver makes a turn on to a small dirt road. Minutes later, he turns again at an unmarked opening in the trees. Moments after that, we find ourselves in a ...

Hornets have for generations been a major deterrent to visitors to Sigiriya, especially for those who wish to get close to the rock fortress’s famous frescoes. Mesh cages (above) and protective gear ...

Panoramic: Pidurangala Rock The hike to the Sigiriya Rock, as per Mayadunne takes some one-and-a-half to two hours. But if you are someone who can't do that long a climb, a quick hike to Pidurangala ...

Sigiriya – the mansion in the sky - is an architectural marvel. The rocky citadel rises up like a majestic lion, ascending to a lofty height of nearly 200 metres from the surrounding plains. It has ...

Three monks dressed in orange climb the steps of the ancient palace Sigiriya in Central Province, Sri Lanka on July 30, 2014. (PappoAnton /Flickr) Want to see your images in our Photo of the Day posts ...