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Looking for things to do in Kandy? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya
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Nelligala International Buddhist Centre
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Susantha Spice & Herbal Garden
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Ambuluwawa Tower
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Ceylon Tea Museum
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Blue field tea garden
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Kandy, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Kandy dishes and foodie spots.
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The Last Drop Restaurant
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Western cuisine
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Nagalingam's Bhavan - Pure Vegetarian Indian Restaurant (No onion, garlic and leeks)
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Asian cuisine
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Cooking Class At Thotupola Residence
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Asian cuisine
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Popular Types of Attractions in Kandy
Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Mountain climbing | Sightseeing tours | Boat tour | Night view | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Exhibitions & events | Outdoor activities | Skybound experiences | Water sports
Popular Attractions in Kandy
Madulkele Junction | Kadiyanlena waterfall | Thangappuwa-Alugallena Nature Trail | Dagewilla, wildlife beat office . | Heightenford | Thennelanda Waterfall තැන්නෙලන්ද දියඇල්ල | Giddawa - Natural bathing location | Corbett's Gap අට්ටලමෙට්ටුව | Sisil Arana [රන්තැන්න] | E.W. Balasuriya & Co. (Pvt) Ltd | The Pekoe Trail by Serendipity Trails | වරිග සභාව - Variga Sabhawa | 2nd Bend | Sliding Rock AKA suriya Arana film location | Ambalammana pathana අම්බලම්මාන පතන | Kandy Clock Tower View Point | Kandy Garden Club | Sports Complex - Digana | Fathima Meditation Centre | Sri Annamalayar Kovil | sinduran gala(සින්දුරන් ගල) | Hanthana International Bird Park & Recreation Center | Red Mosque of Kandy | RETTE PALAMA LEVALON | Kahatagolla Waterfall කහටගොල්ල ඇල්ල | Sri Kathiresan Kovil | Westhall view place | Trek in the Knuckles Mountain Range | St. Paul the Hermit Church | Galpoththa (Natural Water Slide)
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Popular Restaurants in Kandy
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