Kandy District

Central Province

A building with intricate red and white checkered patterns and ornate architectural details.
Terraced tea plantations with scattered trees and buildings.
A blue train traveling through a lush green tea plantation.
A calm lake with a small boat in the center, surrounded by trees and a distant building.
A person floating on an inflatable tube in a pool with a scenic view of a lake and mountains in the background.

Popular cities in Kandy District

A calm lake with a dock in the foreground and a forested hill in the background.
Kandy
Known for Lakes, Temples and Gardens
Discover colonial-era relics and Sri Lanka’s most revered religious site at this romantic city nestled amid the undulating landscapes of the Hill Country.

Reasons to visit

  • Kandy Lake
  • Temple of the Tooth
  • Royal Botanical Garden
A white stupa with colorful stripes, surrounded by flags and a traditional building.
Katugastota
Head to sights like Bahirawa Kanda as you discover the local area in Katugastota.
A waterfall cascading over rocks into a calm pool surrounded by lush greenery.
Galagedara
Venture to Royal Botanical Garden and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha—just two of the sights around Galagedara.
Alawatugoda
Alawatugoda
Check out Udawatta Kele Sanctuary and Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha—just a couple of the sights around Alawatugoda.
A lush tea garden with terraced rows of tea plants, surrounded by tall trees and a clear sky.
Ambagamuwa
Venture to Ambuluwawa Temple and Ramboda Falls—just two of the sights around Ambagamuwa.
An ancient stone structure perched on a cliff, surrounded by dense forest.
Maberiyatenna
Venture to Pallekele International Cricket Stadium and Udawatta Kele Sanctuary—just two of the sights around Maberiyatenna.

Stay near popular Kandy District attractions