A wealth of possibilities
Kandy is perfectly situated as a base from which to explore this
legendary island. Some ideas to whet your palate…
within 30 mins
Stroll around Kandy’s lake to the legendary Temple of the Tooth
Relax in the Peradeniya Gardens – the Botanical "Kew" of Kandy
Discover the glass murals in the serene, open-air, hill-top Trinity Chapel
Organise a round (golf followed by drinks) at the Victoria Golf Club
Experience the surprise of Helga’s Folly
Wander through the sanctuary forest of Uddawattakale
Linger in antique emporia that give Aladdin a run for his money
Be intrigued by the Garrison Cemetery in Peradeniya
Or stay "home" for green tea and spotting 59 varieties of birds
within 1 1/2 hours
Wash some big hairy babies at the Pinawela Elephant orphanage
Experience tea-country, outstanding views and bird-watching:
lunch at Rangalla House
Absrorb the extraordinary 1st Century BC murals in the Dambulla Caves
Take a drive through misty, scenic Knuckles Range
or trek Corbet’s Gap with a guide
Take on an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Donald Steele
Stop for a village-in-the-jungle lunch at Samadhi
Sneak out for a midnight safari to see Elk, Leopard, Pangolin
Or stay "home" for cocktails and cricket
day trips
Don’t miss a day trip to the breathtaking natural rock fortress at Sigirya
Treat yourself a two-day trip Cultural Triangle Trip and include
the ancient sacred ruins at Anuradhapura and Polonaruwa
Dive into the luscious up-country with a scenic train journey
to Hatton or Bandarawela
Retreat to the cool climate of Nuwara Eliya "Little England":
tea country and golf
Or stay "home" and give the legendary Kandy House breakfast
the digestive space it deserves
Interactive map and itinerary planner
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