Colombo Trip Overview
Be rewarded with stunning scenery from atop while experiencing rich cultural and historical heritage .The ancient city of Sigiriya and Dambulla are both named as World Heritage sites by UNESCO. Sigiriya also known as the Eighth Wonder of the World resembles its significance by ancient palace and fortress complex that has a significant archaeological importance and attracts thousands of tourists every year. Sigiriya rock plateau was formed from magma of an extinct volcano and stands 200 meters higher than the surrounding jungles. Tucked in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, the humble town of Dambulla is a treasure trove of historical monuments that are definitely worth a visit.
• Explore 2 UNESCO World heritage sites at once
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Additional Info
Duration: 12 to 14 minutes
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Be rewarded with stunning scenery from atop while experiencing rich cultural and historical heritage .The ancient city of Sigiriya and Dambulla are both named as World Heritage sites by UNESCO. Sigiriya also known as the Eighth Wonder of the World resembles its significance by ancient palace and fortress complex that has a significant archaeological importance and attracts thousands of tourists every year. Sigiriya rock plateau was formed from magma of an extinct volcano and stands 200 meters higher than the surrounding jungles. Tucked in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, the humble town of Dambulla is a treasure trove of historical monuments that are definitely worth a visit.
• Explore 2 UNESCO World heritage sites at once
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Sigiriya is a rock fortress in the form of a huge stone lion, whose feet have survived up to today but the upper parts of the body were destroyed. The term Sigiriya originates from the word Sinhagri. The western wall of Sigiriya was almost entirely covered by frescoes, created during the reign of Kasyapa. The next main attraction is the mirror wall.In the old days it was polished so thoroughly that the king could see his reflection in it.The Mirror wall is painted with inscriptions and poems written by the visitors of Sigiriya. The climb up the rock ends with an amazing view.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, Kandy – Jaffna Highway, Dambulla 21100 Sri Lanka
The Royal Rock Temples (also known as Dambulla Cave Temples) are ancient Buddhist temples located right in Dambulla. The temple itself is built 160m above the surrounding plains and offers stunning views of the area. The main part of the temple is made up of 5 caves that you can explore. Each section is filled with Buddha statues and ancient paintings with the first construction of the caves dated back to first century BC. Tucked in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, the humble town of Dambulla is a treasure trove of historical monuments that are definitely worth a visit.
Duration: 1 hour
