Lion Temple

Lion Temple is an archaeological site in , , . Lion Temple is situated near the peak , as well as near the scenic viewpoint .
  • Rock
  • …is also known as “Sigiriya”

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Sigiriya and Pidurangala Vihara.
Santhoshj, CC BY 3.0.
is a city in the Central District of .
Ji-Elle, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is an ancient … is situated 1 km north of Lion Temple.
Ji-Elle, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Peak
is a rocky outcrop located in central…

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Habarana.
Cherubino, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Town
is a small city in the of . is situated 10 km north of Lion Temple.

Lion Temple

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Latitude
7.95682° or 7° 57′ 25″ north
Longitude
80.75985° or 80° 45′ 36″ east
Open location code
6MV2XQ45+PW
Open­Street­Map ID
way 23810659
Open­Street­Map feature
historic=­archaeological_site
Open­Street­Map feature
natural=­bare_rock
Open­Street­Map feature
tourism=­attraction

Satellite Map

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In Other Languages

“Lion Temple” goes by many names.
Rocher du LionFrench

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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Lion Rock and Upper Terrace.

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Central Province: Highlights

Learn more about Kandy and Sigiriya.
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