Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Nearing the top of the rock, Yapahuwa, Sri Lanka.




Pretty steep climb along footpaths and improvised stairs on the side of the rock. A steady blowing and a breathtaking view of the countryside.

Monday, October 14, 2013

Cimbing Yapahuwa, Sri Lanka.

Foot path along rocks.



A distant rocky hill.

Sunday, October 13, 2013

Sights on the climb from the second stairway, Yapahuwa, Sri Lanka.

Colorful insects.

Stone footsteps.

Cactus plants growing wild on the dry rock.

Abandoned cave with white ants building their nests.

Saturday, October 12, 2013

Carved stone pillar and entrance at the end of the second stairway, Yapahuwa, Sri Lanka.

Carved stone pillars at the end of the second stairway.


Artistry in stone in the top of the granite door-post at the end of the second stairway.


Friday, October 11, 2013

Yapahuwa, second stairway, Sri Lanka.

The 'Chinese lion'

The 'Gaja singha' a mythical beast with the head of an elephant and the body of a lion. This signified wisdom of the elephant and the courage of a lion with unmatched strength.


A terrace near the second stairway.