Central Province · SRI LANKA

Kandy Temple

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the cultural heart of Kandy.

Front view of the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
Photo: Miyuru Sankalpa · CC BY-SA 3.0

A PLACE TO DISCOVER

What makes it
special.

Set among central Sri Lanka’s hills, Kandy is known for the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the lake at the heart of the city and its place in the island’s cultural history. It can be a destination in its own right or a natural stop between the Cultural Triangle and the hill country.

Things to look out for

  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Kandy Lake
  • Local markets and city streets