Joanna James
Kandy is part of the famous Golden Triangle in Sri Lanka, which encompasses three cities that are steeped in cultural and historical significance, among which Kandy is arguably the most prominent. The ancient city holds immense value for Sri Lankans, being one of the greatest capitals in the country's history, a stronghold for many kings, as well as the last independent kingdom to fall to the British Empire. As a result, the hill country city has many remnants of the past that are visited by millions each year, both visitors and locals alike. The Temple of the Tooth Relic is a revered site by the country's Buddhist population, as it houses the tooth relic of Lord Buddha. The temple hosts a parade each year, known as a "perahera", which is a spectacle consisting of dance, lights and firebreathing, while the temple's elephant has the honour of carrying the tooth relic in its golden casket along the streets of Kandy. The temple is one of the best places to visit in Kandy, and visitors flock in yearly to witness the perahera, enjoying stays at properties such as Amaya Hills Kandy during their time in the ancient capital.
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