When is the best time to visit Sigiriya? A month-by-month guide to weather, wildlife, crowds and planning your stay in Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle.

The Extraordinary Elephant Gathering at Minneriya in August The Magnificence of Minneriya National Park There is a moment, somewhere between the first sighting and the tenth, when the scale of what you are watching becomes difficult to comprehend. A small group of elephants emerges from the tree line at the far side of the reservoir. Then another group appears, further along the bank. As the light fades and the water recedes from the shore, the flat margin of exposed lakebed fills — slowly at...

How long do you really need in Sigiriya? From climbing the ancient rock fortress and Pidurangala to exploring Dambulla and nearby wildlife, here’s how to plan the right 2, 3 or 4-day stay — without rushing through one of Sri Lanka’s most remarkable regions.