Don’ts & Dos at Sigiriya

Be sure to take a bottle of water and keep yourself hydrated. The last place to buy water is a canteen near the main entrance
Wear comfortable, breathable clothes as the Sigiriya Lion Rock climb is sort of a workout 🙂
Wear sunglasses if you are climbing in the noon
Use sunscreens if you are climbing in the noon
Always keep your attention on the steps. In some areas slope is quite steep
Start your climb as early as in the morning to avoid sun heat
Keep your valuable items safe. There are monkeys who might steal your food items
Beware of heavy winds and keep your belongins safe (Camera, sunglasses, hats and caps)
Always obey the road signs and instructions
If you climb Sigiriya Lion Rock in the morning take the museum tour after the climb

Do not feed animals especially monkeys and deers while you climb Sigiriya Lion Rock
Do not make huge noice. Hornet nests are there in the surrounding. They won't disturb you untill you disturb them
Drones are STRICTLY prohibited within Sigiriya Lion Rock premises. This is a serious punishable offence. Hornets get disturb to the sound of a drone
Do not walk on ancient building ruins in Sigiriya Fortress and if you see someone please advice
Do not write anything anywhere unless its the log book placed inside the museum
Do not take pictures at Sigiriya Frescoes at any chance. This is also a serious punishable offence

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