A royal city surrounded by hills, Kandy in Sri Lanka is one of the most popular tourist destinations. Let your eyes witness its majesty during your upcoming holiday.
Tooth Temple Kandy , CC BY-SA 3.0
Explore the Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic
Once a royal palace, but today is a significant place of worship- the Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) is the main attraction in Kandy. Although it’s a Buddhist temple, it’s not just the Buddhists that visit this precious place.
Explore the Peradeniya Botanical Garden
It’s the biggest botanic garden in Sri Lanka. Across a land area of 60 acres, you find beautiful collections of orchids, coconut palm trees, rubber trees, and bamboo plants.
Other places to explore
Do not forget to explore Kandy Lake, and then enjoy a shopping spree at the Kandy City Centre (KCC). Head to the Udawatta Sanctuary then which is located very near and if time permits, visit the Bahirawa Kanda Temple which is also an ancient temple on a hill.
Where to stay in Kandy?
There are many hotels in Kandy the likes of Earl’s Regent Kandy that are perfect for accommodation and dining moments. You are sure to admire their hospitality and world-class facilities!
