Massive rock formation of Pidurangala stands two kilometers to the north of Sigiriya, the rock fortress atop of which King Kasyapa ruled the island country of Ceylon in the 5th century. Both are prominent projections protruding from the jungle floor surroundings.
My trusty friend Kosala Weheragoda (should have been a sherpa) and I scaled the mighty temple rock fortress together.
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| Monk's eye evening view of Sigiriya from atop Pidurangala |
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| Jungle floor view of Pidurangala... |
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| Pidu' on the left, Sigiriya on the right... |
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| Lion motif at temple entrance |
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| Temple details along the way... |
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| Giant reclining Buddha on side of mountain loosing his veneer |
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| inner sanctum |
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| Have a nice day! |
Beautiful photos, Tom! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos, Tom! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Gail....my pleasure, really
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing with ancient history all around what you stumble upon.
I hope you are well.
Hi Tom , I don’t know if you remember me from the days at Otters Club.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos and thanks for sharing. I must say you’re still looking well.
Walter de Kretser