Kandy

Kandy – Spiritual Heart of the Nation

Description
Kandy is a sacred city and former royal capital, set among lush hills.

Geography
Central Highlands
Surrounding forested hills
Cooler inland climate

History
Last capital of the Sinhalese kings
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Center of Buddhist tradition

Culture
Temple-centered life
Traditional dance and music
Annual Esala Perahera festival

Economy
Tourism
Education
Handicrafts

Tourism & Attractions
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake
Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya