Rising 660 feet above the emerald plains of Sri Lanka’s central province stands Sigiriya, the Lion Rock Fortress—an ancient palace carved into stone, wrapped in myth, mystery, and mastery. Over 1,500 years ago, in the 5th century, King Kashyapa chose this majestic rock as the seat of his kingdom. But this was no ordinary palace. It was a symbol of power, art, and divine ambition—a wonder that still mesmerizes travelers and historians today. A Kingdom in the Sky The story begins with betrayal. Prince Kashyapa, born of a non-royal consort, seizes the throne by overthrowing his father. Fearing revenge from his half-brother, he relocates his capital to Sigiriya—a fortress in the clouds, protected by jungle, rock, and myth. He commands his architects to build a paradise in the sky. They do more than that. They create a masterpiece. The Ancient Marvels of Sigiriya Sigiriya is not just a rock. It is a city, a palace, and a vision ahead of its time: Mirror Wall: Once so polished, the king coul...
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