The abandoned fortress on top of a massive 590ft rock still confusing archaeologists
One of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning and a UNESCO World Heritage site, this ancient fortress is a ...
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The death of King Rajasinghe of Sitawaka
The Portuguese then left the fortress in Gannoruwa and retreated to Mannar ... This was not properly treated and on his return journey, he died. One of the warrior kings of Sri Lanka, King Rajasinghe ...
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Prince Don Phillip – the new King of Kandy
As such he was a warrior who had won fame, both in Goa and Sri Lanka. He was a sturdy young man ... The people of Kandy liked the new king. They put up a fortress in Gannoruwa and the Portuguese ...
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Australian spinners storm Sri Lanka’s Galle fortress
Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Galle: Spin twins Matt Kuhnemann and Nathan Lyon have obliterated Sri Lanka, with a little help from Mitchell Starc and Todd Murphy ...
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How to Visit Sigiriya Sri Lanka
King Kassapa built his fortress up here on Sigiriya ... are like a tiny piece of Versailles transported to Sri Lanka. (I think that’s something of a push, but they are pretty).
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Sri Lanka Is Asia’s Best Kept Secret For Unforgettable Adventures
which allows them to explore the spiritual heart of Sri Lanka at Mihintale, discover the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa and the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and indulge in the plantation ...
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Climbing Sigiriya Rock
If you are planning a trip to Sri Lanka, you have to see the impressive ... you're standing in the ruins of King Kasyapa's 5th-century fortress, with the remains of a colossal lion statue's ...