You will surely find your own corner where you can sit alone and enjoy the sights. Sunrise on top of Pidurangala Rock, Sri Lanka. Nothing but a flat area. It is just a place where you can sit and enjoy the view. Lion paws and the human traffic jam on top of Sigiriya Rock in Sri Lanka. If you climb Sigiriya during the peak hours or peak season, then you can also encounter a human traffic jam to the top. Climbing Pidurangala is actually not so easy for everyone because of the last part of the climb.
This is also one of the reasons why a majority of people just skip it and climb only Sigiriya. My lovely friend Karla on top of Sigiriya Rock — wearing a dress up here is risky.
Sigiriya is not a temple and you can even wear shorts when you climb up. Your legs and shoulders need to be covered. Actually you can just wear a sarong to cover your legs and a scarf for your shoulders and take them off after crossing the temple.
In fact, you should carry a super compact backpack and keep them there with your essentials, like a water-bottle, camera, etc. The time from 11 am to pm is the worst time to climb the Sigiriya Rock because the heat will make you very tired. The best time for climbing Pidurangala Rock before the sunrise or the sunset — after all Pidurangala is mostly about the epic views.
We did the sunrise hike and left our hotel in Sigiriya town at am, so that we could reach the top before am — the sunrise time during our month of visit. Sunset time in Sigiriya during the summer months is pm and you should reach at least 15 minutes before that to make the most of it.
Make sure you go the public toilet outside Sigiriya Complex before climbing both Sigirya or Pidurangala. There is no toilet inside after you enter the ticket checkpoint of Sigiriya or even inside Pidurangala. Carry a light backpack with a water-bottle because there is no place to buy after entering the complex.
San and I riding a bicycle in Sigiriya — it is the best way to move around in Sigiriya village. The way from Sigiriya to Pidurangala can be deserted and has a lot of trees. Coming here on rented bicycles is also a good idea and super convenient. So which one is really better — Sigiriya or Pidurangala? If you just want to see the view and enjoy the adventurous climb, then Pidurangala Rock.
For me and San it is Pidurangala but it may be different for you and this is why I have listed a comparison of both Sigiriya and Pidurangala on so many different aspects. Sleeping in a tree house in Sri Lanka in Back of Beyond.
Having visited Sigiriya twice, I have actually stayed in more than 6 different places here. This is because the first time we were here, we made a last minute booking but that hotel was only available for a day so we had to change the next day, and then the next two days again.
Based on my experience, here are the places that I recommend. Three are inside Sigiriya village and two are outside. Back of Beyond Dehigaha Ela — it is a paradisiacal resort with real tree houses that were created by the locals to find shelter from the wild elephants.
It is a little further away from Sigiriya village and is in the middle of Dehigaha Ela forest. The rooms are airy, luxurious and the food is phenomenal. Nethmini Homestay — It is a simple homestay that is very affordable. From Kandy train station , you can get on a train to Habarana, which is 15 KMs away from Sigiriya village. Habarana is the closest station to Sigiriya village. From Habarana, you can reach Sigiriya on a local bus or a taxi. Disclosure: One of my trips to Sri Lanka was sponsored by the Sri Lanka Tourism Board as a part of a social media and content creation campaign.
The trip also included a visit to Sigiriya Citadel. All the thoughts expressed in this article are my own. What a detailed breakdown Sonal. Super images too. We saw the capital in Sri Lanka and need to enjoy more of the country on a return trip.
Tweeted for you. While reading about Sri Lanka I quite fast decided that Sigiriya was not for us. But only now I read that Pidurangala is a more difficult climb. Do you think it is fine for a 7 year old? At the end of Pidurangala hike, there is a tricky part which is easier for taller people. Perhaps you or your husband can lift your 7 year old just for that part?
Great at sunrise. We just did it yesterday. I am visiting in February I would like to do both Sigiriya and Pidurangala plus the Dambulla Caves. Only problem is I arrive at 11am on a Friday and leave on Saturday at 2pm. Do you think I can fit in all three activities and what would be the best way to do this?
Thank you for the detailed info. Glad you this post answered all your questions about climbing Sigiriya and Pidurangala Rock. Thanks for the helpful comparison! Is it possible to climb both on the same day? One for sunrise, then the other for sunset? First Impressions Of Taiwan. Stephanie Craig July 18, at pm. Jayne Gorman July 20, at am. Ah thank you. Catherine July 24, at pm.
C x Lux Life Reply. KAtheryn July 25, at pm. Andrea September 4, at pm. Awesome post! How did you recommend getting to Sigiriya?! Thanks a bunch! Jayne Gorman September 5, at am. Best, Jayne Reply. David September 18, at am. Hey Jayne, Looks awesome and sounds like you had lots of fun. Jayne Gorman September 19, at pm. David October 5, at am. Jayne Gorman October 5, at am. Oh awesome! Best of luck.
A budget alternative very close to Sigiriya is the Chena huts Eco Resort book it here. Some of the rooms actually do have a lovely view. The price is certainly quite the bargain for the kind hospitality.
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The Sigiriya water gardens The gigantic moat around the Sigiriya water gardens You might be delighted to hear that all around Sigiriya you will find beautiful water gardens. The approach to the Sigiriya rock The path leading through the boulder gardens Follow the long avenue towards the rock until you reach the Boulder Gardens.
The remains of the audience hall below the Sigiriya rock fortress Further to the left, you will also be able to see the fundament of the magnificent Audience Hall built on an especially large rock plateau. View along the Mirror Wall What follows is a long and winded set of staircases that will bring you to the fabled Mirror Wall of Sigiriya.
The Sigiriya Damsels Sigiriya Damsels pic: mistermunay flickr. Another pair of Sigiriya Damsels with what appears to be flower offerings in their hand pic: A. Davey flickr.
Tourists scrambling up the last staircase up to Sigiriya The stairs can be quite crowded and parts of them are quite vertigo-inducing, but passing through the Lion Gate will make you feel a bit like king Kashyapa. The palace at the top of the Lion Rock The spectacular view from the top of Sigiriya Once you climbed Sigiriya, take a deep breath and enjoy the view of the surrounding areas.
View from the top of the Sigiriya Rock What once must have been a sprawling complex of gardens and halls , is now just a field of ruins. The cistern at the very top Other than a sheer endless amount of quite thick walls and terraces, there is really little to see at the top itself. The Sigiriya Museum The entrance of the Sigiriya Museum Sigiriya also has a museum attached to it, and this is where you actually have to buy the tickets to enter the Lion Rock.
How long does it take to climb Sigiriya? The stairs leading all the way to the top The climb all the way to the top can take between 1. How many steps are there in Sigiriya? Tourists enjoying the view from the top of Sigiriya You will have to climb about 1, steps before you reach the very top of the Lion Rock.
The stairs clinging to the sheer wall of Sigirya There are also a few places where you can rest and sit down. Is Sigiriya rock hard to climb? View of the stairs from above The climb up Sigiriya is quite strenuous, mostly because of the high humidity and the intense heat, not because of the actual hike. Sigiriya opening hours The Sigiriya Lion Rock is open every day from am to pm last admittance at pm. Best time to climb Sigiriya As the heat builds up quite quickly after dawn, it is recommended to visit Sigiriya very early in the morning.
Note: The sun sets usually quite early in Sri Lanka, usually around 6 pm Sigiriya ticket price Tickets for Sigiriya are quite expensive. Pidurangala rock Pidurangala Rock as seen from Sigiriya Right next to Sigiriya you will see another majestic rock formation called Pidurangala rock. Pidurangala rock is about 1 kilometer away from Sigirya That being said, I would only recommend it if your budget is super tight and not as a true alternative.
The best Sigiriya hotels The best hotel in Sigiriya — the Water Gardens Sigiriya is the most popular tourist attraction in Sri Lanka, and you will have to problem finding a hotel nearby.
Water Gardens Sigiriya Me enjoying the view from the Sigiriya Water Gardens luxury hotel Note: I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
Further reads: 10 best things to do in Galle Review of the best beach resort in Sri Lanka So, this was my little climbing Sigiriya blog post. Hope I was able to fill in all the blanks for you. Got any questions? Feel free to ask them in the comments below. Pin me to your Pinterest board Picture credits: A.
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