Wasp attack Sigiriya tourists

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Several tourist including Chinese nationals had been hospitalised after being attacked by wasps at Sigiriya this morning, the Police said.

They said about fifteen Chinese nationals were among the wounded and they were admitted to the Sigiriya Hospital.

Tourists and locals visiting Sigiriya have been attacked by wasps on several previous occasions at the site.

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Chin Chong Tuesday, 10 February 2015 09:21 AM

Chinese tourists ! I have seen them making such a big noise on Sigiriya also seen them waving their hats at the wasps nets. Well if thats not asking for trouble?

Sylvia Haik Sunday, 08 February 2015 04:14 PM

This is not the first time the Sigirya wasps have attacked. Are the authorities waiting until somebody dies before they take action?

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