Sigiriya is one of the iconic sites in Sri Lanka. The 600 ft black rock gets its fame for the ancient urban planning methodologies adopted by the Kings of Sri Lanka. It was named as a UNESCO world heritage site in the year 1982 for its architecture and urban planning. Sigiriya is one of the most visited places in Sri Lanka by tourists and locals alike. It was the royal residence of King Kashyapa; the place had forts, gardens, ponds and paintings of beautiful women similar to that of Ajanta caves in India. The most fascinating feature of Sigiriya is the mirror wall, it is said that the King could see his own reflection in the wall. Sigiriya is located at around 10 km from Dambulla. The place is a “no-miss” if you are visiting the central parts of the island.