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View of tourists visiting Sigiriya Rock. #242793045
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Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock approximately 180 metres (590 ft) high.[2]According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this area was a large forest, then after storms and landslides it became a hill and was selected by King Kashyapa (477 ââ¬â 495 AD) for his new capital. He built his palace on top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes.
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