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Kandy (Sinhala: මහනුවර Mahanuwara, pronounced ⓘ [mahanuʋərə]; Tamil: கண்டி Kandy, pronounced ⓘ [ˈkaɳɖi]) is a major city in located in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. It was the last capital of the Sinhalese monarchy from 1469 to 1818, under the Kingdom of Kandy. [1] .
Places to Visit in Kandy. Check out must-see sights and activities: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Ambuluwawa Tower, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Cooking Classes. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product. Build your trip.
- 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.
Things to Do in Kandy, Sri Lanka: See Tripadvisor's 142,785 traveler reviews and photos of Kandy tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Kandy. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
- 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.
Aug 19, 2024 · Kandy is a city surrounded by mountains and tea plantations, with colonial buildings and religious sites. Learn about the best attractions, such as the Botanical Garden, the Temple of the Tooth, and the Kandy Lake, and how to get there by train or car.
