Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a World Heritage Site mainly due to the temple.Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya are about 5.5 km to the west of the city of Kandy in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. It attracts 2 million visitors annually. It is near the Mahaweli River It is renowned for its collection of orchids. The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees.Attached to it is the National Herbarium of Sri Lanka. The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres (0.59 km2), at 460 meters above sea level, and with a 200-day annual rainfall. It is managed by the Division of National Botanic Gardens of the Department of Agriculture.Plan to visit Kandy view point, Sri Lanka. Get details of Location, timings and contact. Find the reviews and ratings to know bette..
Sri Lanka · City Tours
Kandy City Tour Experience from Kandy
The journey
- 01 Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
- 02 Explore the Royal Botanic Gardens at Peradeniya
- 03 Enjoy views from Kandy View Point
- 04 Experience the atmosphere of Kandy Local Market
- 05 See Bahirawakande Temple and its Buddha statue
- 06 Watch a traditional Kandyan cultural show
- 07 Travel comfortably with private A/C transport
- 08 Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kandy included
Discover the cultural heart of Sri Lanka on this 6-hour Kandy city tour, combining heritage, spirituality, gardens, and local life. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic within the royal palace complex, one of Kandy’s most important landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about its deep significance in the island’s history.
Continue to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya, known for their orchids, palms, spices, and medicinal plants, before exploring the atmosphere of the local market and enjoying views over the city. Your experience also includes a stop at Bahirawakande Temple and the chance to watch a traditional Kandyan cultural show before returning to your hotel in Kandy.
Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country.
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What's Included
- Transport by A/C Vehical
- Experience Chaffer Guide
- Mineral Water Bottle
- Goverment Charges & Tax
What's Not Included
- Entrance Fees
- Any Other Servise not mentioned above
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- PASSPORT REQUIRED
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
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