Temple of the Tooth
Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist shrine.
heritage
Kandy
Central Province
Best Time to Visit: January to April
Ideal Duration: 2-3 days
5 Highlights
About Kandy
Kandy was the last capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst rolling hills, it remains a major spiritual hub. The city is famous for its centerpiece lake, the Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya, and the annual Esala Perahera festival, which features majestic processions of elephants and traditional dancers.
Highlights
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Royal Botanic Gardens
Kandy Lake Walk
Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue
Cultural Dance Show
Top Attractions
Royal Botanic Gardens
Over 4,000 species of plants and giant bamboo.
Local Cuisine
Kandyan CurryAuthentic up-country vegetable curries using jackfruit and breadfruit.
Hoppers (Appa)Crispy bowl-shaped pancakes often served with spicy lunu miris.
Cultural Etiquette
Remove shoes at temples
Wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees
Do not pose with your back to Buddha statues
Seasonal Events
Kandy Esala PeraheraJuly/AugustOne of Asia’s most spectacular religious festivals.