Located in the heart of Sri Lanka, stands a mighty rock known by many as the eighth wonder of the world. Used as a fortress, a palace and a monastery, this rock was the spot where tales became legends and stories made history. The nation once flourished while the king reigned here. Kashyapa was his name and Sigiriya was the town. To this day, this mighty rock stands as one of the “must not miss” attractions while visiting Sri Lanka.
The Sigiriya Rock is a treasure trove of attractions. It is famed for its well preserved ancient frescoes, Mirror Wall and other remarkable facets. The Cobra Hood Cave is one such attraction. Known for its cobra like shape it is the location of an ancient Sanskrit legend. It is believed that the legendary Sita was held captive here. The wall of the cave still contains a plethora of prehistoric drawings some of which go as far back as the pre Christian era. There are also important inscriptions that are thought to have a connection with Sita’s stay here. The Cobra Hooded Cave gives Sita the name Naguli thanks to the evidence of this inscription above others. During the many years when the Sigiriya Rock was used as a monastery, the cave served as a popular place for meditation. Since this was its purpose after the reign of Kashyappa, the inner walls that once held drawings of animals and flowers was plastered to prevent distraction during meditation. The Cobra Hood Cave’s massive size and structure can easily be spotted on your way up the rock.
Climb atop the beautiful rock and conclude your tour with panoramic views of the beautiful city surrounding it. This is definitely one destination in Sri Lanka that boasts a wealth of history, unmatched scenery and plenty of artistic design and structure.
Being a primary tourist destination in Sri Lanka there are plenty of hotels Sigiriya has that treats its guests like royalty. Hotel Sigiriya is one such hotel in Sigiriya which is set amidst the backdrop of the amazing rock. It offers a wealth of luxurious comforts including a spa where you can experience ancient Ayurveda healing treatments and therapies.