Plans to Open Archaeological Sites at Night

Plans to Open Archaeological Sites for Night Tourism

by Staff Writer 11-01-2025 | 11:20 AM

COLOMBO (News 1st) - The government has announced plans to open several archaeological sites to tourists at night. 

Deputy Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious, and Cultural Affairs, Gamagedara Dissanayake, revealed that Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage site, will be the first location to offer nighttime access to both local and foreign visitors.

He added that discussions are ongoing, and public opinions are being gathered on the matter.