New conservation plan for Sigiriya
Authorities aim to protect the rock fortress from the twin pressures of climate and crowds.
Quick Summary
Authorities have unveiled a new conservation plan for Sigiriya, the fifth-century rock fortress, aiming to protect it from the twin pressures of a changing climate and rising visitor numbers.
Preserving a wonder
The plan covers the fragile frescoes, the mirror wall and the water gardens at the rock’s base, alongside measures to manage foot traffic during peak season.
Conservationists say sustained funding, not one-off projects, is what the site needs.
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