The Central Province comprises the districts of Kandy, Matale and Nuwara Eliya. This region is especially known for its religious and cultural sights as well as its temperate environment. Lush jungles, mountains and spell bounding hikes await all visitors.
Explore the Knuckles Mountain Range
The Knuckles Mountain Range is named after the shape of a clenched fist and is one of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka. Comprising 34 mountains with height deviations from 900 to 2000 metres, it boasts one of the purest biodiversities on the island. Encounter many hidden trails filled with waterfalls, mountains, rivers, and rare medicinal plants. Discover more about this attraction with travel blogs like Truly Sri Lanka!
Hike along the Udawattakele Forest Reserve
Situated on the northern ridges of the Hantane Mountains, this forest overlooks the iconic Temple of the Tooth. The once pleasure garden of the Kandyan kings and nobility is now a protected forest reserve. Witness incredible scenery and endemic creatures while exploring this forest reserve.
Experience World’s End
A central attraction in Nuwara Eliya is Horton Plains National Park. The landscape is incredible, while the highlight is the ‘World’s End’, a dramatic incline of 880m with unforgettable views! On a mist-free day, its view stretches from tea plantations to the sea!
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
Located in the heart of Kandy, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a significant religious site for Buddhists around the world. It houses a tooth relic of Lord Buddha and is considered one of the most sacred places in Sri Lanka.
