Kandy is Sri Lanka’s last royal capital, nestled among mist-softened hills in the island’s heartland. At its centre stands the Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of the most sacred sites in the Buddhist world and a constant draw for pilgrims and travellers from every corner of the globe. Beyond its deep spiritual heritage, Kandy charms with a serene lake, graceful colonial-era architecture, vibrant local markets and stirring Kandyan dance performances. The surrounding highlands offer easy access to spice gardens, botanical gardens and authentic village life rarely found elsewhere.
