About Kandy
Kandy, Sri Lanka's second-largest city, is a cultural and historical gem nestled in the central highlands. It's known for the Temple of the Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its vibrant Esala Perahera festival. Surrounded by lush hills and tea plantations, Kandy offers a blend of natural beauty and rich heritage.
Featured Activities
Choose from our carefully curated selection of unforgettable travel experiences.
Royal Botanical Gardens
Explore the largest botanical gardens in Asia, which include an orchid house, a palm collection, and an avenue of enormous Javan fig trees.
Temple of Tooth Tour
Guided tour of a revered Buddhist temple that includes museum visits, cultural insights, and explanations of rituals. It is necessary to wear traditional attire.
International Buddhist Museum
World Buddhist Museum. Sri Dalada Maligawa Established the "World Buddhist Museum" which constitutes the Most adorable exercise in the context of World.
Day Kandy City Tour
The renowned temple in Kandy is steeped in rich history and is one of the oldest and most sacred sites in the city.
Kandy at a Glance
Peak
July-August
(Esala Perahera)
Weather
December to April
Duration
2-4 days
full experience
Timing
morning or evening
Best: 7-10am or 3-5pm
Kandy Location
Cultural capital of Sri Lanka nestled in the hill country
Location
Kandy City, Central Province, Sri Lanka
Region
Central Province
Elevation: 465m (1,526ft) above sea level
Distance from Major Cities
- Colombo: 115km (3-4hr drive)
- Nuwara Eliya: 75km (2.5hr drive)
- Sigiriya: 90km (3hr drive)
Train Access
Kandy Railway Station (Main Line from Colombo)
Gateway to famous Kandy-Ella train journey
Key Attractions
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic: City center
- Kandy Lake: Adjacent to temple
- Royal Botanical Gardens: 5km
- Udawatta Kele Sanctuary: 1km
- Bahiravokanda Buddha Statue: 3km