Sigiriya is classified as being the Eighth wonder of the world, and many tourists come all year around to see this unique archaeological wonder. Sigiriya, being a fortress had been well designed for its defenses by having ramparts and moats built around it. There are several approaches to the inner city and the most prominent is the western entrance. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock of nearly 200 meters. The palace is built on the top of this rock and sides of the rock are decorated with colorful frescos. Environment around Sigiriya, may have been inhabited since prehistoric times. One of the best Sigiriya Hotels to stay over at Jetwing Vil Uyana. This hotel is possibly the first in the world to construct a wetland system with lakes and reed beds to form a private nature reserve, allowing rooms to be built over water. The hotel rooms have been placed within the paddy fields, thereby giving the guest a unique opportunity of participating in both farming and harvesting. This hotel is located within 5 km of the archaeological site of Sigiriya. It is the creation of a truly ”Lifestyle Hotel”. Sigiriya is located within the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka and is famous for its rich history and Sri Lankan heritage. It is situated within the views of Sigiriya, on the flat lands that stretch to the west, integrate an ancient plan, a plan to irrigate in the tradition of the Sinhala Kings.
The most renowned is the Sigiriya Rock paintings or frescos of sigiri damsels locally called as the”Sigiri Apsaras” painted on a western rock Face Cavity about 100 meters high from the rock base. As it is believed that the paintings have been classified as in the Anuradhapura period, the painting style is unique. The gardens of the Sigiriya city are one of the most important aspects of the site, as it is among the oldest landscaped gardens in the world.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
