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Sri Dalada Maligawa
4.5
/5
605 reviews
6.2
Based on 12,269 reviews
Kandy Lake Front | 903m from downtown
Phone +94812234226
Address: Kandy, Sri Lanka
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–1.5 hours
Highlights:
Parade of elephants & celebration
Two-story hall & moat
136 positive reviews
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Sri Dalada Maligawa, or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, is a must-visit spiritual and cultural landmark in Kandy. The temple’s stunning architecture, intricate carvings, and serene atmosphere create a truly divine experience. The daily rituals and historical significance of the sacred tooth relic add to its charm. However, it can get quite crowded, especially during ceremonies. Dress modestly and be prepared for security.
“The Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy is a sacred Buddhist site with beautiful architecture and deep cultural significance. It houses the relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth and offers a peaceful, spiritual experience. The evening prayer ceremony is a highlight. A must-visit for those interested in history and culture.”
Kandy Lake
4.8
/5
182 reviews
5.7
Based on 3,942 reviews
Kandy Lake Front | 921m from downtown
Phone +94703333234
Address: Kandy, Sri Lanka
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Lakefront Sri Lankan dance show
Morning lakeside walk & birdsong
32% positive reviews
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Kandy Lake, nestled in the heart of Kandy, Sri Lanka, is a serene and picturesque destination perfect for a leisurely stroll. Surrounded by lush greenery and historic sites, the lake offers breathtaking views, especially at sunrise and sunset. The peaceful atmosphere, diverse birdlife, and charming lakeside benches make it an ideal spot to relax. While the walk around the lake is pleasant, occasional traffic noise can be a minor drawback. Overall, it’s a must-visit for nature lovers.
Kandy is the second largest city in Sri Lanka and a holy place for Buddhism. Kandy Lake is located in the city center. It is a huge artificial lake dug from a rice field and is also one of the most famous tourist attractions in the city. The scenery on Kandy Lake is beautiful, with a small island in the center, which is said to be where the queen lived. Various tropical flowers, plants and trees are lush and green by the lake, blooming in a riot of color. Next to a road around the lake is the Temple of the Tooth Relic, a national treasure of Sri Lanka. Kandy Lake sets off the Temple of the Tooth Relic, and the Temple of the Tooth Relic is dotted with Kandy Lake. The two complement each other in perfect harmony, forming the most beautiful scenery of the ancient city of Kandy. There are many British-style buildings dotted between the mountains and forests on the distant mountains. Tourists from all over the world and local residents walk along the lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains.
Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya
4.5
/5
178 reviews
5.3
Based on 3,895 reviews
Peradeniya | 4.8 km from downtown
Phone +94812388088
Address: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kandy - Colombo Rd, Kandy 20400, Sri Lanka
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
14th-century royal garden site
14th-century royal garden remains
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Kandy Royal Botanic Garden (Peradeniya Royal Botanic Gardens) is one of Sri Lanka's most representative botanical gardens and one of Asia's oldest and largest. It is located in the city of Kandy in the central province of Sri Lanka, adjacent to the Mahavili River (Mahaweli River), covering an area of about 60 hectares.
The Royal Botanical Gardens in Kandy is the best tropical botanical garden in the world. It contains a considerable number of plant species and scientific and technological information in bioengineering, ecology, conservation and classification.
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