Best Things To Do In Kandy

Dalada Maligawa

Dalada Maligawa is located in the Kandy District of the Central Province of Sri Lanka. This is the place where the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. This is the place where the relics of the Lord Buddha are placed. In 1988, the Temple of the Tooth was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It has won the tourist attraction of local as well as foreign tourists. Read More

Nelligala International Buddhist Center

The Nelligala International Buddhist Center is as famous a place of worship for Buddhists as the Temple of the Tooth. Nelligala International Buddhist Center, built in 2015, is located in the village of Murutalawa in the Kandy District. Located on the top of Nelligala mountain it is a popular destination for visitors and tourists alike Read More

Ambuluwawa

As a result of ten years of development throughout the town of Gampola in the Kandy District of the Central Province, this screw-shaped tower became known as Ambuluwawa in our country as well as in the whole world. This beautiful creation was nationalized after the development work started in 1997 and was completed in 2007. The top of the hill is 3567 feet above sea level. Ambuluwawa is located amidst the Siripada, Knuckles, Bathalagala and Hanthana mountain ranges. Read More

Bahirawakanda

Bhairava Kanda is a beautiful hilltop facing the Tooth Relic in the Kandy District of the Central Province. Its 650 feet tall Buddha statue has attracted many local and foreign tourists. Planting a southern branch of the Jayasree Maha Bodhi, erecting a Bodhi wall and a gold fence, this Buddha statue has been further expanded and given the taste of Dhamma to the area. In the past, this shrine could be called a shrine dedicated to the good of the country and those Read More

Purana Kadadora Viharaya

Kadadora Temple is another unique temple located in the historical Kotmale area. The reason for such uniqueness is that in the present day, that is, AD. The temple can be seen after 1979 due to the severe drought. The temple is located on the banks of the Kotmale Oya, at the foot of Kadadora Kanda. Among the ruins are a statue, a flower seat, idols and a dragon pandal. What is special is that even after 40 years, Read More

Gadaladeniya Temple

Gadaladeniya Viharaya (Dharmakeerthi Viharaya) is an ancient Buddhist temple located in the Kandy District of Sri Lanka. It is located about 1 km from Pilimatalawa Junction on Daulagala Road. This temple is considered to be the most complete stone temple in present day Sri Lanka. It dates back to about the 14th century. According to ancient sources, this temple was built by King Buwanekabhahu Read More

Narampanawa

Narampanawa is one of the most beautiful villages located close to Kandy in the Kandy District. 613 buses from Kandy. You have to take a bus from Menikhinna to Narampanawa to reach this village. The beauty of this village is further enhanced by the Hulu River which flows through the middle of this village which belongs to the Dumbara Valley. Read More

Knuckles Mountain Range

Knuckles Forest Reserve is a natural forest reserve covering Kandy and Matale districts. Ecosystem free from human habitation is also the birthplace of many of Sri Lanka's major water sources. Many endemic plant and animal species are found here. Read More

Pitawala Pathana

In the past, the Westerners who ruled Ceylon called this area "re western" due to the fact that it had a climate similar to that of their countries, but today it is known as Riverstone and is a popular tourist destination. This area belongs to the Knuckles Reserve and is located at an altitude of 1265m above sea level. The climate of Riverstone is similar to that of Horton Plains. There is a small end of the world at the end of the fall, which is Read More

Wewathenna

Wewathenna is a beautiful camping site located in the Kandy District of the Central Province. Travel is a bit difficult. On the way from Kandy to Wewathenna you will find another amazing and world-famous Victoria Dum. Ask the villagers to know the exact route. They will tell you the correct route. Always be very careful as there is no security fence on the road going down the hill. There is a lake at the top of the mountain Read More

Kondagala

Lulkadura Tea Estate is known as the first tea estate in Sri Lanka and is a unique tourist destination located in the town of Rikillagaskada in the Central Province. From Kandy District (32.4 km) Pass through Hidagala, Mahakanda, Galaha and Deltota to reach the entrance of Lulkadura Tea Estate. (If you are traveling by bus, you can take the Deltota bus to Deltota and take the Hewaheta bus to reach the Lulkadura entrance) Read More

Hanthana Mountain

The Hanthana Mountain Range stretches from Kandy to Galaha in the Kandy District and is located southwest of Kandy. This mountain range consisting of 7 mountain ranges is very popular among tourists from home and abroad. As such, many poems and songs have been written about this mountain range. There are several ways to reach the top of the Hanthana Mountain Range which can be climbed without much effort. Read More

Alagalla Mountain Range

Located on the border of Central and Sabaragamuwa Provinces of Sri Lanka. Surrounded by Batalegala (Bible Rock), Utuwankanda, Devanagala, Ambuluwawa, Knuckles Range and Hanthana Mountains. Alagalla Kanda served as a natural defense for nearly five centuries (1505-1948) against the Portuguese, Dutch and English invasions targeting the Kingdom of Kandy. Read More

Embekke Devalaya

This is a place with a lot of Daruma carvings located in the village of Ambakka in the Kandy District. It is said that this was done by King Wickramabahu III who ruled Gampola for the god Kataragama. It was created by the Delmada archaeologists in the 14th century. It has 32 wooden pillars built on a high rectangular platform. There are 128 panel carvings on its four sides. Read More

Saree Ella Waterfall

Saree Ella Waterfall is an amazing waterfall that flows down the middle of the village of Gomara based on the Knuckles Reserve. The waterfall consists of two parts. The upper part is about 20 meters high and this part is named as Saree Ella Waterfall because it takes the shape of a "sari" (traditional ladies dress). The lower part of the waterfall is located as a natural pool and is best suited for bathing. It was amazing and cool. Read More

Huluganga Ella Waterfall

Huluganga is a waterfall located in the town of Huluganga, about 30 km from Kandy. This waterfall is located under the bridge over the Huluganga town on this road. At 75 meters high, it is a beautiful waterfall that cascades down a large body of water and is at risk of reaching the bottom due to high tides during the rainy season. This is an area that belongs to the Knuckles Reserve. It originates in the hills of the villages of Alliyadda and Arattana before launching into Victoria Reservoir. Read More

Meemure

Meemure is one of the most difficult and beautiful villages in Sri Lanka, located in the Dumbara Valley in the Kandy District. Hirigal Bark, Gombapathiya, Knuckles, Kobonilla Gala, Dotalu Gala, Kalu Pahana, Lake Gala, etc. are some of the mountains that provide protection to this Meemure. Despite being a difficult village, it is now very popular among tourists. Meemure Gammedda can be seen as a cozy place to spend your vacation away from the city life. Read More

Victoria Dam

The Victoria Dam is a two-arched dam located 6 km from the town of Teldeniya on the upper reaches of the Mahaweli River. This is the tallest dam in Sri Lanka and supplies 210 MW to the largest hydropower plant in Sri Lanka. Victoria Dam is 122 meters high, 520 meters long, 6 meters wide, and 25 meters wide with a base. This is how the dam got its name. Victoria Falls was 300m below the site of the Victoria Dam before it was built. Victoria Dam got its name from Victoria Falls. Read More

Ranawana Purana Rajamaha Viharaya - Kandy

Ranawana Purana Rajamaha Viharaya is located Located in the Pilimatalawa area in the Kandy District. There is something special about this shrine. That is the tallest walking Buddha statue in Sri Lanka sitting in this Ranawaka Vihara. This is also considered to be the tallest walking Buddha statue in the world. This Buddha is 80 feet high. The total height is 100 feet with lotus flower and base. Read More

Arthur's Seat Kandy

Arthur's Seat Kandy is the highest point in the Kandy District in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. This is the only place where you can see the beauty of Kandy from above. The beauty of Kandy city can be seen from above. Located on top of the Kandy Lake, the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy offers a spectacular view of the Kandy Lake. Read More

Degalldoruwa Raja Maha Viharaya - Kandy

Degaldoruwa Rajamaha Viharaya is an ancient temple of historical value located in the Kandy area. At the foot of a rock, the protruding area is surrounded by bricks. This stone temple is adorned with a large number of high quality frescoes created during the Kandyan period. Cree .w. It is said that it was built during the reign of King Keerthi Sri Rajasinghe who ruled from 1747 to 1782. This temple is made of high quality stone, wood and clay and is another good example of great Sinhala architecture. Read More

National Museum Of Kandy - Kandy

The National Museum of Kandy in Kandy, Sri Lanka is located next to the Temple of the Tooth in part of the former Royal Palace of Kandy. The primary exhibits are housed in the Palle Vahala building, which was the former home of the King's harem. A secondary exhibition is located in the main palace building. Route: 40min drive from Aviyana, This National Museum is located right in the heart of Kandy next to the Temple of the Tooth in part of the former Royal Palace. Read More

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens - Kandy

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens is a popular tourist destination located in the Kandy District in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. Read More

Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - Kandy

Udawatta Kele Sanctuary is 275 acres in size. It is known as the Udawatte Forest Royal Park. It is said that the kings who ruled the kingdom of Kandy in the past used to rest in Udawatta Kele Sanctuary. It is also said that the jungle provided food for the elephants at the Temple of the Tooth. King Panditha Parakramabahu who ruled Kurunegala is said to have settled in Udawatta Kele Sanctuary. Read More

Sahas Uyana - Kandy

Sahas Uyana has been created with the aim of providing a comfortable destination for the devotees who visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. The Sahas Uyana is made up of several parks, including an outdoor theater, a handicrafts mall, a dining hall, a recreation area and a children's park. Read More