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The National Hospital, Kandy is the second-largest medical institution in Sri Lanka, established and administered under the purview of the Ministry of Health, which remains a key hospital maintained by the Sri Lankan Government.
- TEMPLE OF THE SACRED TOOTH RELIC, KANDY. Never has a decaying tooth held so much significance to so many people, yet that’s exactly the reason that the impressive Temple of the Sacred Tooth and Royal Complex (Sri Dalada Maligawa) is the number one attraction in Kandy.
- ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS/PERADENIYA SRI LANKA. We're big fans of sprawling city parks, and the Royal Botanic Gardens of Peradeniya, the largest and most extensive in Sri Lanka, are amongst the best we've visited anywhere in the world.
- KANDY CULTURAL DANCE SHOW. We’ve got to admit, we tend to give ‘cultural shows’ a wide berth when travelling. Often, they feel like the commercialisation of a culture, an ill-conceived attempt at tourist dollars then falls flat.
- VISIT THE HISTORIC THREE-TEMPLE LOOP OF KANDY. The Temple of the Sacred Tooth relic might be the most important of Kandy’s temples, but it’s definitely not the only temple worth visiting.
Kandy, Sri Lanka. Rising around a scenic lake, UNESCO-listed Kandy is home to sacred landmarks, landscaped gardens, and cultural museums. Beyond the city, a cloudy forest and tropical plantations roll across the mountain slopes providing plenty of hiking and wildlife-watching opportunities, while upscale resorts line the Mahaweli River. Read more.
- Visit the Botanical Garden in Kandy. The Royal Botanical Gardens of Kandy is a place where people of all ages gather, especially at the weekends. The garden is famous for its countless (4000+) species of plants and trees.
- The Streets of Kandy. The streets in Kandy center are filled with old colonial buildings and street vendors. Start from the Temple of the Tooth and wander around the old streets, enjoying a fresh coconut from one of the many colorful fruit stands.
- Day Trip to Sigiriya. Sigiriya is a stunning area of about three hour’s drive from Kandy. It is home to Lion Rock, one of the Sri Lankan UNESCO world heritage sites and a must-do in Sri Lanka.
- Temple of the Tooth, Kandy. The Temple of the Tooth, also known as Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a beautiful golden-roofed Buddhist Temple in the heart of Kandy.
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. The golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha.
- Kandy Lake. Dominating the town is Kandy Lake. A leisurely stroll around it, with a few stops on the lakeside seats, is a pleasant way to spend a few hours, although…
- Degal Doruwa Raja Maha Vihara. Hidden away in Kandy's leafy outskirts is the little-visited, but fascinating, Degal Doruwa Raja Maha Vihara cave temple, constructed (with the help of…
- Sri Dalada Museum. This museum occupies the upper two floors of the Alut Maligawa building and contains a stunning array of gifts donated by several presidents and Buddhist…
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Mar 14, 2024 · Nestled amidst misty hills in central Sri Lanka, Kandy is a cultural gem steeped in history and natural beauty. Home to the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic, it offers a captivating blend of ancient traditions and colonial charm.
This sacred Buddhist site, popularly known as the city of Senkadagalapura, was the last capital of the Sinhala kings whose patronage enabled the Dinahala culture to flourish for more than 2,500 years until the occupation of Sri Lanka by the British in 1815.
