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Kandy is in the centre of Sri Lanka 125 km away from Colombo and is generally recognised as the island nation s cultural capital. Walking in Kandy as a way of seeing temples, shops, shopping area and other sights around the lake. You can visit the Temple of the Tooth by on foot as well but you'll have to ask for directions. There are plenty of suburban buses that pass through the city center.
This is the last kingdom of the country. Since it was conquered by the British around 1815 you can still see the living traditions. Kandyans are usually proud of their heritage. Since the western elements has played a comparatively little role in the city most Kandyans uphold Buddhist values. Since it is in the cultural triangle the authorities try to retain this values as much as possible.
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(Sri Dalada Maligawa), It houses a tooth relic of the Lord Buddha, and is consequently considered one of Sri Lanka's most holy shrines. Although you should expect that you will not be able to view the actual tooth itself, the casket within which it is said to be is displayed twice a day.
Wilipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temple_of_the_Tooth
It now houses archeological museum. Entrance fee included into Temple of the Tooth ticket. Royal Palace of Kandy (Q3273212) on Wikidata Royal Palace of Kandy
Sri Dalada Maligawa, World's first International Buddhist Museum. Entrance fee included into Temple of the Tooth ticket. International Buddhist Museum (Q20010624) on Wikidata International Buddhist Museum
Entrance fee included into Temple of the Tooth ticket.
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(Under reconstruction since early 2016) (just behind the Temple of the Tooth), Houses an interesting collection of Sri Lankan relics. It is usually quiet and the museum workers are more than happy to provide a free tour. Rs 500, and Rs 250 for a photography permit. National Museum of Kandy (Q3533580) on Wikidata National Museum of Kandy
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(below the National Museum). Here lie the remains of several dozen, mostly British, soldiers who died from various causes during the colonial era. The cemetery is extremely well-maintained by its caretaker, who will gladly complement some of the more fascinating tombstones with a little back-story. Entrance is free. British Garrison Cemetery (Q20859170) on Wikidata British Garrison Cemetery
(Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue), Bahirawakanda Lane, Mulgampola.
The ominipresent Buddha statue seen from everywhere in Kandy city. Take
a tuk tuk ride to the Temple or walk, just 1 km away from the Kandy city.
The way to the temple may not be easy to locate, you might have to take
a three wheeler or ask a local, when in doubt just walk up and follow
the colourful Buddhist flags over the road. This Buddha statue is best
viewed from far away. Once you get onto the premises it is no longer easy
to see. Plus it is not a very peaceful place as temples go.
Buddha statue high is 88 feet (26.8 m) and it's on the top of a hill about
850 feet (259 m) from the city level.
(Udawatta Kele Sanctuary) The forest was planned and maintained as the part of the Royal palace complex of the Sinhala Kings. A patch of tropical rain forest still survives and if you don't come across it, it is still a wonderful walk. You are guaranteed to come across plenty of monkeys and some tranquil ponds. Wear long trousers after rain, and take some salt as there are lots of leeches about. Foreigners Rs 650. Udawatta Kele Sanctuary (Q7876953) on Wikidata Udawattakele Forest Reserve
Arthur's Seat Viewpoint, Keerthi Sri Rajashinge Mawatha. It offers panoramic view of Kandy and its artificial lake.
(Wace Park). Small little park with pond with dozens of kissing couples who try to hide from everybody else under their umbrellas.
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Peradeniya. The best botanical garden in Sri Lanka and one of the best in the region. It dates back to the ancient kings of the country although the British changed the look of it. The British are said to have used the gardens to grow trees that could not be grown at south-west London Kew gardens. The large banyan tree, the orchid house, the suspension bridge, and the bats are some of the main attractions.
The second university of Sri Lanka, established in 1942 in affiliation with former 'The University of Ceylon'. This has the largest university library in South Asia which is seven storyed. Tremendous beauty of this university has been appreciated over decades. Off the university bounds, Hanthana mountains can be hiked. On the opposite side, largest river of Sri Lanka, the River Mahaweli flows. The beauty of site can be markedly seen in March–April season. University of Peradeniya (Q3083280)
Deveni (2nd) Rajasinghe mawatha down by the Mahaweli riverside. Formerly known as Pitakande Military Cemetery, it is one of the most beautifully landscaped and maintained war cemeteries in the world. There is one Commonwealth burial of the World War I and a further 196 Commonwealth burials of the World War II commemorated in the cemetery. In addition there are four Foreign National and two non world war burials. The range of nationalities laid to rest comes from the records of the War cemetery, and include 107 Britons, 35 East Africans, 26 Sri Lankans, 23 Indians, six Canadians, three Italians and one Frenchman.
The ancient Tea Factory of Hantana Estate located 5 km away from Kandy has been converted into a museum dedicated to the history of Sri Lankan tea, run by the Sri Lanka Tea Board. Museum excursion takes about 15 minutes and finishes with cup of complimentary tea, after everybody is thrown into a tea shop with quite inflated prices. Foreigner adult Rs 750, children
Although more an orphanage to make the owners money than a place caring for elephants, it has about seventy semi-tame elephants roaming "freely" around this wonderful sanctuary. Feeding and bathing times are especially enjoyable.
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From Kandy clock tower, take a bus to Gampola. From Gampola, either take the hourly bus headed to Hemmathagama. Ambuluwawa Biodiversity Complex is 4 km west of Gampola and is it another 2 km between the entrance to Ambuluwawa Biodiversity Complex and Ambuluwawa Tower.
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Kandy is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
UNESCOs World Heritage in Sri Lanka
Ancient City of Polonnaruwa Polonnaruwa
Ancient City of Sigiriya Sigiriya
Sacred City of Anuradhapura Anuradhapura
Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications Galle
Sacred City of Kandy Kandy
Sinharaja Forest Reserve Sabaragamuwa
Golden Temple of Dambulla Dambulla
Central Highlands of Sri Lanka Central Province
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Kandy
Kandy is in the centre of Sri Lanka 125 km away from Colombo and is generally recognised as the island nation s cultural capital.
Walking in Kandy as a way of seeing temples, shops, shopping area and other sights around the lake. You can visit the Temple of the Tooth by on foot as well but you'll have to ask for directions. There are plenty of suburban buses that pass through the city center.
This is the last kingdom of the country. Since it was conquered by the British around 1815 you can still see the living traditions. Kandyans are usually proud of their heritage. Since the western elements has played a comparatively little role in the city most Kandyans uphold Buddhist values. Since it is in the cultural triangle the authorities try to retain this values as much as possible.