Sigiriya or Sinhagiri (Lion Rock) is an ancient rock

Sigiriya or Sinhagiri (Lion Rock) is an ancient rock fortress located in the Northern Matale region of Dambulla in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological importance, dominated by a large rock column about 200 meters high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan Culavamsa chronicles, it was chosen as the capital by King Kasyapa (477-495 AD). The king built his palace on this rock and adorned the sides with colorful frescoes. In an area halfway through this rock, the name of a tremendous tremendous Sigiriya is from the structure called Sıhāgiri from the Lion Ski. After the king's death, the capital and the royal palace were abandoned. It was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century. In 1982, Sigiriya was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Sigiriya is one of the best preserved examples of ancient city planning. Photographer:Unknown 👉 @collectivespark 📜 Daily Articles in Story! ❤ Tag Us To Get Featured! www.collective-spark.xyz #historyinpictures #historyfact #today #historyisamazing #theancients #tagus #historyphotography #historyisimportant #ancientarchitecture #mystery #instamystery #iinstaphoto #ancientalien #ancientaliens #historicalplace #blowinguphistory #NYC #travel #travelguide #traveller #TagaFriend #Historical #ancientcity #ancientcivilization #historyisfun #historyisnow #archealogy #USA #geologypage #TodayInHistory