Kandy · Central
Kandy
A historic hill city with culture, temples, lake views and food.
Best time
Jan–Apr & Jul–Sep often suit city exploring; weather varies
Entry & fees
Varies by attraction.
Opening & access
Public areas: open; temples and attractions vary.
Budget guidance
LKR 3,000+ / day before stay
Before you go
A cultural hill city centred around the lake, temples, food and historic streets.
Why this place matters
Kandy was the last capital of the Sinhala kings before British rule in 1815. The city is also home to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, making it a major centre of Sri Lankan Buddhist pilgrimage and living cultural tradition.
McKay Savage · CC BY 2.0 Original photo