Built in the fifth century, Sri Lanka’s Sigiriya fortress attracted the attention of British archaeologists in the 1800s, who were amazed by its leonine rock art and beautiful frescoes.

In the late 5th century, King Kashyapa of Sri Lanka was afraid. He had every reason to be — he had orchestrated a coup and ...

Explore the breathtaking Sigiriya, Sri Lanka’s iconic ancient rock fortress, with stunning drone footage showcasing its ...

Buddha footprints, lions made of rock and orphaned elephants in magical Sri Lanka. By CATHERINE EADE . Published: 07:08 EDT, 8 January 2013 | Updated: 14:15 EDT, 13 January 2013 ...

Half way up the rock are beautifully drawn painted bare breast Maidens whose existence is still a mystery. Which should be the eighth wonder of the world, Sigiriaya, is a must see item in Sri Lanka.

As I climbed the stairs to the top of Sigiriya - Lion's Rock - I couldn't help feeling a little pang of jealousy toward King Kashyapa, the illegitimate ruler of Sri Lanka from 473 to 495AD. He ...

This photo shows the Sigiriya Lion Rock, a popular tourist spot, in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, Jan. 17, 2025. The ancient city of Sigiriya was inscribed as a world heritage site by United Nations ...