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Browse our collection of travel stories, temple explorations, botanical garden visits, hill country adventures, and local experiences from across Kandy.

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Kandy’s Comfort Food: Where to Find the Best (and Spiciest!) Authentic Kottu Roti

Food & Drink

Feb 16, 2026

Kandy’s Comfort Food: Where to Find the Best (and Spiciest!) Authentic Kottu Roti

Food & Drink

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The Train Trip Guide: How to Book and Get the Best Seat for the Kandy to Ella Scenic Railway

Experiences & Activities

Feb 9, 2026

The Train Trip Guide: How to Book and Get the Best Seat for the Kandy to Ella Scenic Railway

Experiences & Activities

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Hiking Near Kandy: Conquering the Iconic Hanthana Mountain (A Beginner's Guide)

Experiences & Activities

Feb 8, 2026

Hiking Near Kandy: Conquering the Iconic Hanthana Mountain (A Beginner's Guide)

Experiences & Activities

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Budget Kandy: How to Spend 48 Hours in Kandy for Under $100

Shopping & Guides

Feb 7, 2026

Budget Kandy: How to Spend 48 Hours in Kandy for Under $100

Shopping & Guides

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Cultural Immersion: The Ultimate Guide to Experiencing a Traditional Kandy Dance Show

Experiences & Activities

Feb 7, 2026

Cultural Immersion: The Ultimate Guide to Experiencing a Traditional Kandy Dance Show

Experiences & Activities

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Beyond the Lake

Feb 6, 2026

Beyond the Lake: 7 Must-Visit Viewpoints for the Best Panoramic Photos of Kandy

Beyond the Lake

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Local Shopping Secrets: A Tour of the Kandy Central Market and What to Buy

Shopping & Guides

Feb 5, 2026

Local Shopping Secrets: A Tour of the Kandy Central Market and What to Buy

Shopping & Guides

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Kandy’s Green Gem

Feb 5, 2026

Kandy's Green Gem: Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting the Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya

Kandy’s Green Gem

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Tea Time History: Visiting the Ceylon Tea Museum (And the Best Nearby Tea Factories)

Culture & History

Feb 4, 2026

Tea Time History: Visiting the Ceylon Tea Museum (And the Best Nearby Tea Factories)

Culture & History

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The Heart of Kandy

Feb 4, 2026

The Heart of Kandy: A Detailed Guide to Visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

The Heart of Kandy

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Rainy Day Kandy: 5 Fantastic Indoor Activities When the Weather Isn't Cooperating

Experiences & Activities

Jan 8, 2026

Rainy Day Kandy: 5 Fantastic Indoor Activities When the Weather Isn't Cooperating

Experiences & Activities

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Jungle Escape: A Traveler's Guide to Exploring the Udawatta Kele Forest Reserve

Experiences & Activities

Jan 7, 2026

Jungle Escape: A Traveler's Guide to Exploring the Udawatta Kele Forest Reserve

Experiences & Activities

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Hidden Temples: Exploring the Three Wondrous Temples (Gadaladeniya, Embekka, Lankathilaka) in One Day

Experiences & Activities

Jan 6, 2026

Hidden Temples: Exploring the Three Wondrous Temples (Gadaladeniya, Embekka, Lankathilaka) in One Day

Experiences & Activities

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