Ancient City of Sigiriya
<p>The ruins of the capital built by the parricidal King Kassapa I (477–95) lie on the steep slopes and at the summit of a granite peak standing some…
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Ancient City of Sigiriya
7.9500° N, 80.7500° E
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<p>The ruins of the capital built by the parricidal King Kassapa I (477–95) lie on the steep slopes and at the summit of a granite peak standing some 180m high (the 'Lion's Rock', which dominates the jungle from all sides). A series of galleries and staircases emerging from the mouth of a gigantic lion constructed of bricks and plaster provide access to the site.</p>
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Sri Lanka
7.95° N, 80.75° E
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