Kandy, simply put, is a destination with a different culture. The city is surrounded by hills and is home to many unique attractions that are popular among travellers.
Kandy- then and now
Kandy, over centuries ago, was a royal kingdom in Sri Lanka. Today, it’s a popular tourist destination with many world-class hotels. You may also enjoy the city while holidaying at any of the Kandy holiday bungalows the likes of Mountbatten Bungalow.
The Temple of The Sacred Tooth – main attraction of the city
As mentioned, it’s the most significant attraction in the city. The Temple of The Sacred Tooth Relic is also known as Sri Dalada Maligawa and it’s the holy place where the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha resides.
Other temples worth visiting
Kandy is home to many other Buddhist temples. In addition to the Bahirawakanda Viharaya, the city has many other temples such as Gadaladeniya Temple, Lankatilake Temples, and Embekke Temples.
Parks and sanctuaries
Udawatta Kele Sanctuary is one of the natural parks you find located very closer to the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Kandy is also home to the largest botanical garden in Sri Lanka, Peradeniya Botanical Gardens.
