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The cultural capital of Sri Lanka, Kandy comes with an abundance of nature. Whether you are having a vacation with friends or family, there are some attractive places to visit in Kandyincluding gardens, museums and lakes. The best tourist places in Kandy are perfect for couples, families and even solo travellers.
You will need to book an international flight from India to Colombo and then reach Bandaranaike International Airport. From Colombo, you can take a cab or board a train to reach Kandy. While an average train journey takes 2 hours and 50 minutes, a trip from the airport to Kandy by cab can take around 3 or 4 hours.
Some of the best attractions for a family visit are Kandy Lake, the Royal Botanic Garden, the Ceylon Tea Museum and Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
December to April are the best months to explore the different tourist places to visit in Kandy.
It is approximately 122 km from Colombo to Kandy and the landscape is dotted with beautiful coastal lowlands and hills. It can take about 3 to 4 hours to cover the journey.
Udawattakele Forest Reserve, National Museum of Kandy, International Buddhist Museum, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, St Pauls Church | |
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Best Time to Visit in Kandy | December to April |
Things to Do in Kandy | Kandy Lake, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Try Ayurvedic Therapies, Stroll through Royal Botanical Gardens, See a Kandyan Cultural Dance Show |
What is the best time to visit Kandy?
Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Kandy, you can choose to go in December, January, February, March and April which is the peak season and September, October and November which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.
For which type of travelling is Kandy a perfect destination?
Kandy is a perfect destination for International themed holidays.
What are the activities you can explore during the peak season and moderate season in Kandy?
In the peak season months December, January, February, March and April you will experience pleasant weather with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 30°C wherein around moderate season i.e. September, October and November you will enjoy extremely hot and humid weather. Whatever that suits your calendar, Kandy awaits you for a good time.