Historical Places in Kandy

Amidst tea and spice plantations of Sri Lanka, Kandy showcases remnants of its colonial past and affords spectacular lush landscapes and a rich Buddhist cultural heritage.

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Things To See & Do

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Sacred Buddhist Temple
The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic dates back to the 16th century and houses the relic of the tooth of Lord Buddha that is symbolically bathed every Wednesday.

1 hour

Suggested Time

Golden Temple of Dambulla

Golden Temple of Dambulla

World Heritage Site
Located north of Kandy, the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising five caves with Buddhist and Hindu statues and paintings.

2 hours

Suggested Time

British Garrison Cemetery

British Garrison Cemetery

British Era Cemetery
Established in 1817, the British Garrison Cemetery contains graves of 195 British nationals who died in colonial Sri Lanka with some headstones detailing causes of death.

1 hour

Suggested Time

International Buddhist Museum

International Buddhist Museum

Informative Buddhist Centre
The International Buddhist Museum features Buddhist artefacts and informative material that has been contributed by 17 countries including Sri Lanka, India, Japan, China and Bhutan.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Royal Palace of Kandy

Royal Palace of Kandy

Historic Palace Complex
The 14th century Royal Palace of Kandy comprises large chambers and halls like the Royal Audience Hall, King’s Harem Quarters and the Queen’s Bathing Pavilion.

2 hours

Suggested Time

St Pauls Church

St Pauls Church

19th Century Church
Consecrated in 1853, the Anglican St. Paul’s Church affords Neo-Gothic architecture with Victorian interiors that include tapestries, teakwood carved panels and a stained glass window.

30 minutes

Suggested Time

National Museum of Kandy

National Museum of Kandy

Historic National Museum
Located in the Royal Palace complex, the National Museum of Kandy has over 5,000 artefacts including weapons and jewellery from the Kandian and post-British Colonial eras.

2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Kandy

Perfect winter destination

  • DEC-APR

    Peak Season

  • SEP-NOV

    Moderate Season

  • MAY-AUG

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 30°C.
  • Things You'll Love:Sightseeing and trekking.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Kandy Esala PeraheraJune-July

Vesak PoyaMarch

Tamil New YearApril

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More about Historical Places in Kandy

While planning a holiday to Kandy, we recommend you go through this trove of information to make the most of your holiday. Kandy is a International destination and is best experienced when visited during December, January, February, March and April as you can pleasant weather with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 30°C here. One can also plan a holiday during September, October and November to enjoy extremely hot and humid weather. For people looking to the ditch the crowd, visiting Kandy during May, June, July and August is also a great way of exploring the destination.

Kandy is also known for its Kandy Esala Perahera, Vesak Poya, Tamil New Year and Deepavali which are celebrated in the months of June-July, March, April and October-November respectively. While here, you must definitely visit and explore Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic known for its The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic dates back to the 16th century and houses the relic of the tooth of Lord Buddha that is symbolically bathed every Wednesday. Udawattakele Forest Reserve is another one in the top places to visit in Kandy known for its The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic dates back to the 16th century and houses the relic of the tooth of Lord Buddha that is symbolically bathed every Wednesday. We recommend that you do give a visit to these places to learn about the history and culture of Kandy better. Have a happy, safe and an unforgettable holiday in Kandy!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Kandy

Which are the best heritage places to explore in Kandy?

The best heritage places in Kandy are Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Golden Temple of Dambulla and British Garrison Cemetery. You will have an amazing time exploring these heritage places in Kandy and will definitely come back home with a bag full of lovely memories.

What are the best places to visit in Kandy?

Kandy has loads of places that you can visit on your vacation. Our recommendation of the best places to visit in Kandy include - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Udawattakele Forest Reserve, and International Buddhist Museum. Apart from these, there are multiple other places to visit that you can explore if you are on a longer trip!

What are the top things to do in Kandy?

Kandy is an incredibly lively place and is popularly known for its topmost things to do like Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Udawattakele Forest Reserve, and International Buddhist Museum. You will have a great time here, then why wait? Book your trip now!

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