Kandy

No.	Detail	Description
1	Name	Kandy
2	Location	Central Province, Sri Lanka
3	Elevation	500 meters (1,640 feet) above sea level
4	Significance	Last capital of the ancient kings’ era of Sri Lanka
5	Cultural Heritage	UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988
6	Major Attraction	Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
7	Nearby Natural Attraction	Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya
8	Annual Cultural Event	Esala Perahera
9	Climate	Tropical rainforest climate, relatively cooler than coastal areas due to elevation
10	Cuisine	Known for local dishes such as Kottu and hoppers as well as fresh tea
11	Outdoor Activities	Hiking, bird watching, and visiting tea plantations
12	Shopping Destinations	Kandy City Centre (KCC) and local markets for souvenirs like Batik, tea, and handcrafted items
13	Historical Structures	Other than the Temple of the Tooth, sites include the Royal Palace and the Kandy Lake
14	Nearest Tourist Attraction	The Knuckles Mountain Range
15	Attraction’s Distance	Approximately 42 kilometers away from Kandy (Knuckles Mountain Range)
16	Attraction’s Highlights	A range of biodiversity hotspots with mountain scenery, waterfalls, and hiking trails
17	AR RAHA TOURS (PVT) LTD Recommendation	Traverse the scenic trails of the Knuckles Mountain Range and witness the grandeur of the landscape near Kandy.

Nestled in the hills of Sri Lanka’s Central Province, Kandy is a city steeped in history and culture. It was the last capital of the ancient Kings’ era and is home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth, which houses the relic of Buddha’s tooth. The city is renowned for its elaborate traditional dance performances and for the annual Kandy Esala Perahera festival, a grand procession of decorated elephants and dancers. Visitors can also explore the lush Royal Botanic Gardens or take a scenic train ride through the picturesque tea plantations surrounding the city.