Kandy
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Details |
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Location |
Central Province, Sri Lanka – approx. 3 hours from Colombo |
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Famous For |
Sacred Tooth Relic Temple, cultural heritage, royal history, hill country beauty |
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Top Attractions |
Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Kandy Lake, Royal Botanical Gardens (Peradeniya), Kandy Viewpoint |
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Best Time to Visit |
December to April – pleasant weather, also during July/August for Esala Perahera festival |
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Popular Activities |
Temple visits, cultural shows, lake walks, botanical garden tours, city sightseeing |
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Must-Experience |
Attend a cultural dance show, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth during evening rituals |
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Ideal For |
Families, spiritual travelers, history lovers, cultural tourists, couples |
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Recommended Stay |
2 nights to explore the city and nearby attractions |
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Nearby Attractions |
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Ambuluwawa Tower, Knuckles Mountain Range, Udawatta Forest Sanctuary |
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Travel Tips |
Dress modestly for temples, carry cash for local shops, book early during festival season |
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Fun Fact |
Kandy was the last royal capital of Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988 |
Nestled in the hills of Sri Lanka’s Central Province, Kandy is a city steeped in history and culture. It was the last capital of the ancient Kings’ era and is home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth, which houses the relic of Buddha’s tooth. The city is renowned for its elaborate traditional dance performances and for the annual Kandy Esala Perahera festival, a grand procession of decorated elephants and dancers. Visitors can also explore the lush Royal Botanic Gardens or take a scenic train ride through the picturesque tea plantations surrounding the city.