Are you visiting the citadel of Kandy? This city which was once the last standing
kingdom of Sri Lanka is now considered the cultural capital of the island. Read on to uncover what you can do, when you’re in town!
Finding a Place to Stay
Are you trying to shortlist the Kandy Hotels in Sri Lanka to find one that best suits your requirement? Hotels such as Amaya Hills and many others in and around the city offer a range of rooms and suites to ensure you have a great place to stay!
Relax in a Botanical Garden
A short drive from the epicentre of the hustle and bustle of Kandy lies the sprawling and peaceful Royal Botanic Garden of Peradeniya. Covering an expanse of 60 hectares, walk amidst perfectly manicured lawns, towering trees and delight in the orchid gardens within the garden. There’s nothing like some time outdoors to be refreshed and revived!
Temple Hopping
Apart from visiting the Temple of the Tooth Relic located in the heart of Kandy, plan a day trip to visit some of the ancient temples in the vicinity. From the intricate wooden carvings of the Embekke to the admiring the architecture of the Gampola era as showcased in the Gadaladeniya and Lankatilleke temples, make sure you cover this “three-temple” circuit.
