Sigiriya is an ancient palace built on the top of a rock. The entrance to this rock was shaped like a lion`s mouth. Therefore this rock was called Sinha Giri or Sigiriya. It is one of the wonders in the world. Sigiriya was listed as the world heritage site by the UNESCO in 1982. Sigiriya is in the central province of Sri Lanka. It is situated 10 miles off Dambulla in the district of Mathale. Sigiriya was built by king Kashyapa in 5th century. It is a historical as well as place of tourist attraction. Sigiriya is considered as the oldest planned city with a fortress of king Kashyapa. This steep rock is 600 feet in height. King Kashyapa ruled from there for eighteen years. (477-495) There are ruins of an ancient palace on the top of the rock. Sigiriiya shows the marvelous architectural talents of our ancestors. There are garden complex around the palace. There are ponds, water fountains, mirror wall, staircases and world famous “Sigiri frescoes” and also wa...