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Things to do in Kandy, Central Province: The Best Nature & Parks
Kandy (Sinhalese: මහනුවර Mahanuwara, pronounced [mahanuʋərə]; Tamil: கண்டி, pronounced [ˈkaɳɖi]) is a major city in Sri Lanka located in the Central Province. It was the last capital of the ancient kings' era of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which crosses an area of tropical plantations, mainly tea. Kandy is both an administrative and religious city and is also the capital of the Central Province. Kandy is the home of The Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988.
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1. Chariot Path
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Chariot Path of King Rawana is a Grass land (Plain) on a top of a mountain range that is surrounded by a pigmy forest, which looks like a pathway. It is a remarkably beautiful place, which has breathtaking views and unspoilt extraordinary environment. This is located near Frotoft Tea Estate in Pussallawa, Sri Lanka. This is believed to be the route, which King Ravana took Seetha from his capital
2. Hanthana Mountain Range
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
The Hanthana Mountain Range lies in central Sri Lanka, south-west of the city of Kandy. The maximum height of the range is 3800 ft. The mountain range consists of seven peaks. The highest one being the Uura Kanda. The range is a favourite destination among the mountain hikers in Sri Lanka.
3. Gurugal Oya Dam
4. Hanthana Mountain Range
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
The Hanthana mountain range in Kandy is popular among those who like to go hiking, camping, bird watching and be close to nature in any way.In total, there are seven individual peaks, the highest being Ura kanda. The peaks offer spectacular views of Kandy city, the Knuckles range, thedolosbage range of Aranayake, and the hills of the Sabaragamuwa region, too, can be spotted from here.
5. Alagalla Mountain Range
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Trekking, camping and bird watching in Alagalla the Potato Mountain Range near Kandy
Reviewed By kelum - Kandy District, Sri Lanka
Find the earliest bus to Poththapitiya -you may get it at the Good Shed bus stand ,and start the climb as early as possible. Poththapitiya is a sleepy little town and whatever the food you may need for the climb could be bought there. The road to the mountain begins from the town itself and the time it may take would be around 2 hours at leisure. Path is good enough with first part of it being through the village .Ascent begins later ,first through the little forest and later among the mana grass as the climb gets steep. There is a section with a collection of boulders right before the summit and care is needed when negotiating through them up on to the summit. Behold the vista which is virtually 360 degrees with literally a third of Srilanka in the eye. Alagalle rarely covers itself in mist so the view is a near guarantee.You have two options for the climb down .Amore adventurous one would be the decent to the rail track near Ihala Kotte station,for which a guide and a rope would be needed as the left side of the somewhat steep rock at the summit requires a rope to help yourself down it. Or you could negotiate your way back along the same route used for ascent. Risk level is mostly moderate and leech protection is a need. Public transport is available from Poththapitiya to Kandy until night fall.
6. Kandy Lake
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4.0 based on 3,899 reviews
Reviewed By j0eycalgary - Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka
We have love living near this lake We walked around it every day and were thoroughly entertained by kingfishers egrets cormorants water monitors and exotic ducks It’s a favorite place for wedding couples to have their photos taken More than anything it’s a lake that belongs to the locals - there are always people walking to the temple; walking to go shopping; walking out of sheer joy and pleasure A great place for a long lazy walk
7. Udawattekele Sanctuary
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4.0 based on 428 reviews
Reviewed By 905niamhi
This sanctuary is pure beauty! It is so peaceful inside and a great escape from the bustling city. There are many different paths you can take in the park, some short for those not wanting to walk too far, and some longer ones for those after a longer walk. There is also a cycle path. There are also lots of monkeys, which are great entertainment! We also spotted a turtle in the river. This place is definitely underrated and should more a must see for anyone visiting Kandy!
8. New Ranweli Spice Garden
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3.5 based on 460 reviews
New Ranweli Spice Garden is located near Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden. Send us an email for a pick up from Kandy town to the spice garden.
Reviewed By periwinkl - Zanzibar Archipelago, Tanzania
Asanka is a knowledgeable and personable host, from arranging a tuk-tuk pick-up to explaining all about the spices around the small garden that he manages. We had a fantastic time learning, and exchanging our own experiences on medicinal uses of spices and beyond. A highlight of our time in Kandy indeed.
9. Oak-Ray Isiwara Ayurvedic Village
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2.0 based on 250 reviews
10. Shaun & Shane Tour Operators
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