Kandy District

Central Province

A building with intricate red and white checkered patterns and ornate architectural details.
Terraced tea plantations with scattered trees and buildings.
A blue train traveling through a lush green tea plantation.
A calm lake with a small boat in the center, surrounded by trees and a distant building.
A person floating on an inflatable tube in a pool with a scenic view of a lake and mountains in the background.

Popular cities in Kandy District

A calm lake with a dock in the foreground and a forested hill in the background.
Kandy
Known for Lakes, Temples and Gardens
Discover colonial-era relics and Sri Lanka’s most revered religious site at this romantic city nestled amid the undulating landscapes of the Hill Country.

Reasons to visit

  • Kandy Lake
  • Temple of the Tooth
  • Royal Botanical Garden
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A white stupa with colorful stripes, surrounded by flags and a traditional building.
Katugastota
Venture to sights like Bahirawa Kanda as you discover the local area in Katugastota.
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A waterfall cascading over rocks into a calm pool surrounded by lush greenery.
Galagedara
Check out Royal Botanical Garden and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha—just a couple of the sights around Galagedara.
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Alawatugoda
Alawatugoda
Venture to Udawatta Kele Sanctuary and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha—just two of the sights around Alawatugoda.
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A lush tea garden with terraced rows of tea plants, surrounded by tall trees and a clear sky.
Ambagamuwa
Head to Ambuluwawa Temple and Ramboda Falls—just two of the sights around Ambagamuwa.
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An ancient stone structure perched on a cliff, surrounded by dense forest.
Maberiyatenna
Venture to Pallekele International Cricket Stadium and Udawatta Kele Sanctuary—just two of the sights around Maberiyatenna.
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A white colonial-style building with a red roof on a lake, surrounded by lush greenery and small floating gardens.
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Kandy Lake

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kandy Lake during your travels in Kandy. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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