The rock itself is about 700m away from the entrance to the Sigiriya premises. According to the historical records, there were three moats built to protect Sigiriya from invaders. It is also said that these three moats were occupied by crocodiles. These crocodiles were deliberately kept in as to avoid one swim through water. Unfortunately, only one moat can be seen to date. Once these water barriers are passed one needs to pass a huge parapet wall before entering to the water gardens. Apart from man made safety precautions it is still possible to see the forest spread around the rock which again is a natural protector of the rock fortress from any invader.
