OSI - Wattegama
Sigiriya
28 October 2007
Geographically, Sigiriya is a massive, flat-topped rock rising high out of the jungle treetops in central Sri Lanka. Historically and archeologically, it's flat top was a citadel and seat of ancient Sinhala King Kasyapa (477-495 AD). The incredible views serve as the backdrop to the ruins of the ancient city.
It was a full day for
our children, -6 hours on the bus to and from, 3 hours to explore Sigiriya,
and a couple stops at lesser-known archeological sites along the way.
They also enjoyed a wonderful lunch, dinner, ice-cream, and snacks from
Mr. Captain and Ms. Cassim. Thanks again for the wonderful
excursion! Below are some photos to share the day!
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Arrival
Our whole group, posing upon our arrival at Sigiriya (Sigiriya rock seen through the trees in the background)... |
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Sigiriya View of the rock on our approach... |
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Gardens
Walking through ancient gardens on our approach to the rock (Nimali, Narmada, Dilani, Arunakanthi, Chamali, Nilanthika)... |
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Before The Climb
Our whole group, posing before our trek to the top of Sigiriya... |
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Our Climb
Walking across the rock face (the ancients used the steps etched into the side of the rock)... |
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Arrival at the Top! Our whole group, looking more tired than before... |
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Ancient Ruins
Enjoying the view and the ancient ruins (Sanduni, Anoja, Aruni, Senani, Shalika)... |
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Our Older Girls And a great view (Harshani, Narmada, Nilanthi, Chamali, Arunakanthi, Thakshila, Champika)... |
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Headed Back Down Awesome view, as we leave the top of the rock... |
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A Little Scared
Kanchanai, Nilanthi, and Senani, cautiously working their way back down the rock face... |
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A Rest Having a laugh and a rest on the way down (Kanchana, Nilanthi, Nimali, Sadareka, Senani, Shalika, Harshani, Thakshila, Jayamini)... |
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Ice Cream and Dancing
On the bus ride home... |
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