Lion’s Paws

Lion’s Paws is a monument in , , . Lion’s Paws is situated nearby to , as well as near the scenic viewpoint .

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Sigiriya and Pidurangala Vihara.

Photo: Santhoshj, CC BY 3.0.
is a city in the Central District of . The "Ancient City of Sigiriya" is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Photo: Ji-Elle, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is an ancient situated on in , . The rock is located about 1 km north of the more visited rock. is situated 1 km north of Lion’s Paws.

Peak
Photo: Ji-Elle, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is a rocky outcrop located in central , in the , about 1 km north of the more well-known .

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Habarana.

Town
Photo: Cherubino, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is a small city in the of . The location has some mid-range and up hotels aimed at package tourists, and is a departure point for other nearby locations of greater interest. is situated 9 km north of Lion’s Paws.

Lion’s Paws

Latitude
7.95761° or 7° 57′ 27″ north
Longitude
80.76011° or 80° 45′ 36″ east
Open location code
6MV2XQ56+22
Open­Street­Map ID
node 4016303689
Open­Street­Map feature
historic=­monument
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Satellite Map

Discover Lion’s Paws from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Lion’s Paw Terrace and Pidurangala Rock Viewpoint.

Nearby Places

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