Pidurangala is a massive rock formation located a few kilometers north of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka. It has an interesting history closely related to that of …
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Mar 31, 2025
Pidurangala Rock is a hidden gem in Sri Lanka that offers breathtaking views and a unique hiking experience. Located close to the famous Sigiriya Rock, it provides a less crowded yet equally rewardin…Full review by Sriyani M
Mar 28, 2025
Far more of a challenge than nearby Sigiriya rock but a fantastic view once at the top. Many of the guidebooks suggest how easy it it/time to take. There are a lot of steps, mostly uneven to begin wi…Full review by Don M
Mar 25, 2025
Way better than visiting Lion Rock and also not even 10% of the price! What an amazing experience this was. We went there after sunrise because at sunrise it's quite crowded here. We had a very silen…Full review by Travel677122
Hey there, can anyone in guiding us to visit pidurangala rock by bus. Where should we get down, which bus to take from dambulla and stuff like that. Thank you so much!
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Take a bus to Dambulla then probably easiest to Uber or hire a private driver to take you to Sigiriya. There may be some private and public buses but it's not far so I'd recommend going by car.
I'm going to Sri Lanka after a long time and stay just three weeks. Watching photos made me really sick to climb Pidurangala rock but doubtful because of my two-year-old toddler. what are the suggestions? Is it too much for the baby?
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Hi, in my opinion it might be a bit difficult to climb with a baby as there are some difficult areas to navigate....however there is a sugesstion I can make....me n my wife run a restaurant in …
Hi, in my opinion it might be a bit difficult to climb with a baby as there are some difficult areas to navigate....however there is a sugesstion I can make....me n my wife run a restaurant in dambulla on the way to Sigiriya,we are more than happy to baby sit for a few hrs till you can go n enjoy the climb...our Restaurants name is Lakis Lounge in Dambulla and our Lodge is Rural Backpackers Lodge also in Dambulla...hope this will be helpful....
Is it possible to climb for sunset? All help appreciated, thanks
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I didn't do it at sunset but it would totally be possible, taking into account the good advice you just received. It's a climb not to be missed whether you do it at sunset or simply during the …
I didn't do it at sunset but it would totally be possible, taking into account the good advice you just received. It's a climb not to be missed whether you do it at sunset or simply during the day. A bit challenging in the later part but doable (I did it and I'm 66 and definitely not an athlete).
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