Kandy

You can find the large city of Kandy in central Sri Lanka where it is surrounded by a diverse range of natural tea plantations and extensive mountainous regions. You can travel from Kandy to Colombo in 2 to 3 hours with the fastest and most affordable including a scenic train ride. The following tips can help you find the best places to visit in Kandy.

Kandy is the largest city in Sri Lanka. One of the best ways to get around the city includes the local tuk tuks that are widely available on any major road. It is a fun and authentic way to experience the Sri Lankan town.

Visit Kandy Lake and experience the exceptional beauty and tranquillity the region can offer. Believed to have been developed in the early 1800s, the lake surrounds a small island where a fortress was built and occupied by the emperor.

Attend the astonishing botanical gardens with sky high trees and tops that appear to touch the heavens. This incredibly well maintained natural site includes large lawn areas and heavily shaded trees allowing you to sit, relax and simply take in the surrounds.

A must-see in North Kandy is the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Visitors will have the chance to view the actual tooth of the Buddha that was taken in the early 4^th century. The temple origins date as far back as the 1680s to late 1700s and was constructed by the Kandyan Kings. It represents royalty and includes exceptional golden Buddhas on display decorated with ivory and detailed carvings.

If you are planning a visit to Kandy, consider the Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage providing a sanctuary for elephants who have lost their mothers and are raised in a safe environment. Getting up close to these creatures with the chance to explore the temples and city can create lasting memories of the beauty of Sri Lanka.