Sigiriya |
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The celestial castle on the rock of the lion was built in Vth century by the king Kassapa on and around a monolithic rock which rises until 200 metres above the surrounding jungle. The site was surrounded by a powerful fortified wall. The rock of Sigiriya was inhabited only during 18 years from 473 to 491. |
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![]() Sigiriya |
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