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Sigiriya (Lion Rock) – View of Sigiriya Rock Fortress loop from Lion Rock

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Sigiriya (Lion Rock) – View of Sigiriya Rock Fortress loop from Lion Rock

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Sigiriya (Lion Rock) – View of Sigiriya Rock Fortress loop from Lion Rock

00:26

1.41km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

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65 m

Cobra Head Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Or is it maybe the head of a cobra after all 😉

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490 m

Lion's Gate

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678 m

View of the water garden

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785 m

Fresco Cave

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After a long crossing, a spiral staircase leads up to this cave with the frescoes. (Photography prohibited)

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830 m

Sigiriya (Lion Rock)

Highlight • Historical Site

Just escape the tourist streams and enjoy the Sigiriya Rock. Only a few steps away from the main entrance, you walk on very well laid paths and in complete silence.

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924 m

View of Sigiriya Rock Fortress

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The somewhat arduous climb is rewarded with an incredible view.

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948 m

View of Pidurangala Rock

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1.41 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.07 km

327 m

Surfaces

464 m

428 m

422 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 27 May

34°C

26°C

58 %

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Sigiriya (Lion Rock) – View of Sigiriya Rock Fortress loop from Lion Rock

Cobra Head Rock

Lion's Gate

View of the water garden

Fresco Cave

Sigiriya (Lion Rock)

View of Sigiriya Rock Fortress

View of Pidurangala Rock

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