Day 04
Kitulgala – Kandy
Check-out from the campsite after breakfast and head to hill capital of Kandy.
Kitulgala – Kandy | Travel Distance: 75 km | Approximate travel time:2 hours
The last capital of the Sri Lankan kings which is a world heritage site. The name Kandy conjures visions of splendor and magnificence. Many of the legends, traditions and folklore are still lovingly kept alive. Drive around the Kandy Lake built by the last Sinhala king Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in 1806 and explore the vibrant city.
Optional Activities:
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic: USD 07 per person
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.
- Overnight stay at a Hostel or a Guesthouse