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The spectacular Sigiriya (Lion Rock) rock fortress was built in the 5th Century CE, by king Kashyapa. It is situated just 34km north east of the hotel. It is a wonder of ancient engineering, art and culture. The palace complex at the foot of the rock still has the remains of four indoor swimming pools where the king’s 500 concubines bathed. The palace structure was built with complex water arteries in the walls that provided natural air conditioning in the hot climate. The mirror walls of the Sigiriya rock still retains the world famous frescoes of the king’s concubines, who originated from all parts of the world. Sigiriya is just 50 minutes’ drive from the hotel.
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