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Dambulla & Sigiriya Full Day Trip From Dambulla
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Stop At: Ancient City of Sigiriya, Sigiriya Site between the towns of Dambulla and Habarane, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Referred by locals as the Eighth Wonder of the World this ancient palace and fortress complex has significant archaeological importance and attracts thousands of tourists every year. It is probably the most visited tourist destination of Sri Lanka.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Golden Temple of Dambulla, Dambulla 21100 Sri Lanka
Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains.There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings and four statues of gods and goddesses. The latter include Vishnu and the Ganesha. The murals cover an area of 2,100 square metres (23,000 sq ft). Depictions on the walls of the caves include the temptation by the demon Mara, and Buddha's first sermon.
Prehistoric Sri Lankans would have lived in these cave complexes before the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka as there are burial sites with human skeletons about 2700 years old in this area, at Ibbankatuwa near the Dambulla cave complexes.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ancient City of Sigiriya, Sigiriya Site between the towns of Dambulla and Habarane, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Referred by locals as the Eighth Wonder of the World this ancient palace and fortress complex has significant archaeological importance and attracts thousands of tourists every year. It is probably the most visited tourist destination of Sri Lanka.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Golden Temple of Dambulla, Dambulla 21100 Sri Lanka
Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains.There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings and four statues of gods and goddesses. The latter include Vishnu and the Ganesha. The murals cover an area of 2,100 square metres (23,000 sq ft). Depictions on the walls of the caves include the temptation by the demon Mara, and Buddha's first sermon.
Prehistoric Sri Lankans would have lived in these cave complexes before the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka as there are burial sites with human skeletons about 2700 years old in this area, at Ibbankatuwa near the Dambulla cave complexes.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Included
- mportant Information
- Duration14h
- Inclusions All taxes, fees and handling charges Fuel surcharge Driver Hotel pickup and drop-off Transport by private vehicle herbal tea and saffron cake ayurvedic herbal head massage (10minutes)
- Exclusions Local National Guide Fees Food and drinks
- Schedule
- Departure PointTraveler pickup is offered
- Departure Time6:00 AM
- Fuel surcharge
- Landing and facility fees
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Bottled water
- Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- What to Expect
- Full description 06:00:or 7:00 am you will be picked up from the Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport or from the Hotel you are staying at in Colombo. Proceed to Sigiriya and en-route visit the auyrvedic herbal and Spice Garden where all the herbs have detailed descriptions.also you can enjoy 10 minutes ayurvedic head massage.
- After, visit Dambulla Cave Temple which was constructed during the years of 89-77 BC under the reign of King Vattagamni Abhaya also known as King Valagamba. This is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Then climb the famous Sigiriya rock, built by King Seegiri Kasyapa in the 5th century. Sigiriya or Lion Rock is a great achievement in old times. It was assigned as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982.
- Sigiriya is Asia's best protected city with a complex arrangement around the base of the stone, consolidated with modern design and watering systems. In the evening discover Sigiriya Village tour in an Ox-cart.
- After these activities you will be transferred back to Colombo.
- Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Sigiriya
- Entry/Admission - Golden Temple of Dambulla
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Highlights
- Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Sigiriya and Dambulla
- Explore independently, at your own pace, without input from a guide
- Learn about Ayurveda, herbs, and spices at an Ayurvedic garden
- Relax with flexible 2-way private transfers from Colombo airport or hotels
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
70%
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