Cultural Triangle

Sigiriya

The rock fortress at the heart of the island

Sigiriya is the centre of the Cultural Triangle and the one sight almost everybody wants to see. Start early to beat the heat. Dambulla's painted cave temples are close by, Polonnaruwa makes a good day out by bicycle, and the parks at Minneriya and Kaudulla are known for large elephant gatherings.

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Sigiriya

Part of the island: Cultural Triangle
Suggested stay: 2 nights
Best months: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Things to do: Ask us

Weather

When to go

Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best months depend on the coast. This is the pattern here.

Jan: good
Feb: best
Mar: best
Apr: best
May: best
Jun: best
Jul: best
Aug: best
Sep: best
Oct: expect rain
Nov: expect rain
Dec: good

Best Still good Expect rain

Stays

Where to stay

Prices per night for two people sharing, for dates about six weeks away. Yours may differ.

Budget

Clean, simple guesthouses and small hotels

Back Of lake Villa
$33
Villa with air-conditioned rooms and bike rental.
Air conditioning · Parking
Pride Rock Villa & Tree House
$41
Two-star stay with mountain-view rooms.
Views

Comfort

Mid-range hotels, often with a pool

Lion See Hotel - Sigiriya
$67
Three-star hotel with pool and garden.
Pool · Air conditioning · Wi-Fi
Lion Gate Hotel Sigiriya
$84
Three-star hotel with pool, garden and bar.
Pool