I am feeling absolute rubbish again today, just when I thought I might be turning the corner. So the botanical gardens were a bit of a blur albeit very colourful with many couples due to be married today getting their special photos. The women dress in red with beautiful jewellery and flowers.

Sorry not to have blogged for a few days. I have been feeling pretty rough with flu symptoms, although there are two nurses in the tour group if things get worse! I just have to be patient and hope the virus passes quickly which I am sure it will. Early this morning we climbed up Sigiriya (Lion Rock) which was a sky fortress built in the fifth century. It was built over a period of seven years to protect the reign of King Kassapa, who had assassinated his father ...