1. Sigiriya
King Kasyapa built Sigiriya, popularly known as "The Lion Rock," as a rock stronghold and palace towards the end of the 5th century. The name Lion's Rock comes from an entrance fashioned in the shape of a massive lion. The old rock fortress is one of Sri Lanka's most iconic and probably dramatic sites, according to UNESCO.
The palace on top of this rock, which rises majestically out of the surrounding forest, is covered in brilliant paintings and is undoubtedly Sigiriya's most popular attraction. Sigiriya is known for having some of the world's oldest planted gardens, as well as a mirror wall with poetry dating back to the 8th century.
You can go to the top of Sigiriya Rock to see the ancient ruins, or climb the opposite Pidurangala Rock for the most spectacular views of Sigiriya Rock.
2. Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
Dambulla Royal Cave Temple (also known as The Golden Temple of Dambulla) is Sri Lanka's oldest, largest, and best-preserved cave temple complex, with five caves and 157 Buddha statues.
The caves and the temple are thought to date from the first century BC. The temple's roof and walls are covered in beautiful and beautiful artwork that visitors can admire.
In 1991, UNESCO listed the Dambulla Cave Temple as a World Heritage Site.
Its historical, archaeological, and artistic significance make it one of Sri Lanka's most important historical sites.
3. Anuradhapura - The First Capital City of Sri Lanka
With many old monasteries, palaces, and monuments, Anuradhapura is the cradle of ancient Sri Lankan culture. Massive stupas, historic ponds and lakes, and grand temples are among its many attractions. The city was established as Sri Lanka's first capital in 377 BC. According to historical sources, this ancient city is one of the world's significant archaeological sites and has the most unearthed Buddha relics. The holy Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, the sacred bo tree in the Mahamewna Gardens, is also located there. It is the southern branch of the ancient Sri Maha Bodhi in India, where Buddha obtained Enlightenment.
Anuradhapura became a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1982.
4. Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
Along with Anuradhapura and Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa forms part of Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle. After the collapse of the Anuradhapura Kingdom in the first century, Polonnaruwa became the capital of Sri Lanka for three centuries.
The ruins contain Bhramanic structures from the Cholas civilization, as well as the garden city created by King Parakramabahu I in the 12th century. In 1982, Unesco designated this site as a World Heritage Site.
5. Sacred City of Kandy
The Sacred City of Kandy was Sri Lanka's last independent kingdom, founded towards the end of the 16th century. Kandy is widely regarded as Sri Lanka's cultural capital, and it is home to one of the country's holiest sites, the Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. The temple was built near Kandy's lake as part of the royal palace complex. If you visit the city in July or August, you can witness the Kandy Esala Perehera, the Sacred Tooth Temple's annual celebration.
Kandy has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988.
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