4. Hulu River & Waterfall – Nature and hush environs
30 km from Kandy into the quiet town of Dumbara lies Huluganga Falls on the Hulu River. The river originating from the scenic Knuckles Mountain Range is the perfect escape to leave the onlookers awed. The 75-meter high waterfall, located in the Dumbara town, is a true beauty enclosed by nature’s allure. And it’s no wonder that Hulu is considered as one of the popular Kandy places to visit!
Caution: The place experiences sudden and rapid increase in water level. Be wary!
5. Knuckles Mountain Range – The stunning mountain beauty
Resembling the shape of a knuckle of a clenched fist from the top, Knuckles Mountain Range is probably one of the most scenic visiting places in Kandy. The mountain Range in the region towards the northern end of Sri Lankan highlands (39 km from Kandy) is the place to be. Perfect place to try your hands on adventure traveling and camping, the Knuckles Mountain Range spans from Matale to Kandy and is a treat for the nature lovers. Look around and embrace the wilderness brought to you by sprawling grasslands, jagged peaks, torrents of streams, and gushing waterfalls. Enjoy the series of painted canvas around.
The great biodiversity of the Knuckles brings you wild boar, spotted deer, giant squirrel, barking deer, purple-faced leaf monkey, and mongoose.
Prime attractions of Knuckles Range: Mini World’s End (1192 m) towards the southern end of the mountains, hiking, and wild trekking
6. Bahirawakanda Temple – Statue with a view
Just 1 km away from the Kandy city, the Bahirawakanda Temple is a major attraction and a distinct structure. The place is a popular attraction for Buddhists and there are quite a few international Buddhists relations meetings that are carried out here. This makes it one of the popular places to see in Kandy. The magnificent structure is huge and can be spotted from anywhere in the city. A tuk-tuk ride is all it takes to get to the temple premises. Don’t miss this architectural wonder when you are in the city.
Prime attractions of Bahirawakanda Temple: Exciting city view from the statue
7. Ranweli Spice Garden – Rare spices and herbs!
Enough of talks about spotting wildlife in their natural habitat! Time to spot greenery and exquisite plant varieties in their natural habitat. This Kandy tourist attraction is located in the close proximity of Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden. Turmeric, Peppercorns, Cloves, Cardamom, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Cocoa, and Aloe Vera are the main plantations that are the highlights of this place.
Learn about plantations, spices, natural products, and various techniques involved while cultivating it. Ranweli Spice Garden is the perfect escape from the hustle of the city life. Vibrant history and lots of surprises await you at the Spice Garden.
Prime attractions of Ranweli Spice Garden: Suspension bridge of Peradeniya Botanical Garden
8. Royal Botanical Garden – The classical collection of orchids!
Spanning over 60 hectares, the Royal Botanical Garden is largest and one of the best places to visit in Kandy with a hidden charm to explore.
The garden is also an ideal place to plan a picnic with family and friends. However, romantic couples can be mostly seen hanging around the garden area. The cab drivers in Kandy mostly offer to cover Botanical Garden along with Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or the Kandy temple to make it a sightseeing tour.
Prime attractions of Royal Botanical Garden: Collection of orchids, royal palms, and Javan fig tree covering 2500 square meters
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