Joanna James
The city of Kandy is one of Sri Lanka's cultural hubs. In this city, you will also find many interesting things to do that will draw the attention of the visitor, including those described below.
The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic takes pride of place in the city of Kandy as it is regarded as being one of Sri Lanka's most venerated sites. This is because this temple is believed to house a tooth relic of the Buddha himself, making it a holy site for the local Buddhists. It is not possible to actually view this tooth relic which is heavily guarded and kept within a golden casket. Within this temple complex, you will also find other shrines and museums that will capture the interest of the sightseer.
Nature lovers will be captivated by the pleasant Udawattakele Sanctuary which you will find in the environs of the city of Kandy. Within this nature reserve, you will encounter lush greenery, troops of playful monkeys and plenty of attractive birds that will draw the interest of the birdwatcher. In fact, as many as 80 species of birds have been recorded at this appealing sanctuary, of which several are considered to be endemic to the nation of Sri Lanka. From the Udawattakele Sanctuary, you will also have the opportunity to enjoy splendid views over the surrounding areas.
Anyone who enjoys a refreshing cup of tea will be captivated by the engrossing Ceylon Tea Museum which is situated in proximity to the city of Kandy. You will see that this museum is housed within a former factory building that dates to the year 1925. Here you will find many fascinating exhibits including ones dedicated to tea entrepreneurs Thomas Lipton and James Taylor. Visitors will also encounter various interesting equipment used in the processing of tea.
he picturesque Kandy Lake is sure to capture the imagination of the leisure seeker visiting this city. Interestingly this lake is a manmade creation constructed by Sri Wickrama Rajasinha, the final monarch of Kandy in the year 1807. Visitors will have the opportunity to take a relaxed stroll along the pathway that extends around the shores of Kandy Lake, which is sure to be a pleasant experience. An accommodation choice to consider from which this lake would be within convenient reach would be Hotel Topaz, which may be regarded as one of the pleasingly located Kandy city hotels.
The colossal Buddha statue located at Bahiravokanda Vihara is one of Kandy's important religious attractions, attracting numerous Buddhist devotees as well as sightseers. You will see that this 26 m statue is positioned atop a hill, which makes it visible from almost any point within the city of Kandy. You will have the chance to climb this hill, which is sure to be an arduous but rewarding exertion. From the summit of this hill, you will be able to enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding areas.
If you love nature and plants you should undoubtedly take the opportunity to visit the splendid Peradeniya Botanical Gardens which is located in proximity to the city of Kandy. At one time these gardens were reserved for the use of the royalty of Kandy, but now anyone may visit them. One of the most striking features at this garden is the giant Javan fig tree which is sure to impress the visitor. However, you will also find many other attractions here including an outstanding selection of orchids.
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