AN EPOCH'S ENDURING WONDER: SIGIRIYA, SRI LANKA

Perched atop a sheer granite pillar, the ancient city of Sigiriya stands as a testament to the engineering prowess of Sri Lanka's bygone era. Constructed in the 5th century AD by King Kasyapa, this UNESCO World Treasure is a symphony of design, seamlessly blending verdant vistas with intricate palaces. The ascent to the summit is a pilgrimage thro