Discover the enthralling splendour of Sri Lanka’s central highlands. After visiting the Elephant Orphanage take in the vibrant city of Kandy which is home to the venerable Temple of the Tooth Relic. Take in the expansive views from the Kandy Viewpoints, take a walk in the Royal Botanical Gardens and visit local shops to find unique souvenirs.
You can begin your morning by observing the care activities that occur during elephant feeding and cleaning at the Pinnawala Elephant Sanctuary. People seeking enlightenment can find multitudinous experiences at Kandy, Sri Lanka’s UNESCO World Heritage cultural treasure. Your trip should next lead you to the Sacred Temple of the Tooth where about thousand Buddhist devotees arrive, for daily ceremonies of this sacred relic. Visitors flock to Peradeniya’s Royal Botanic Gardens because they showcase 4000 different flower types and remarkable palm-lined paths with orchids as their signature. Everyone who visits Kandy Scenic Overlook encounters spectacular views that include historic sites combined with Kandy Lake together with the mountainous district. The city offers visitors opportunities to witness traditional crafting demonstrations while purchasing handmade memorabilia at establishments for wooden sculptures, batik artwork, and gems. In terms of tea production one of the most visited tourist destinations in Sri Lanka is the Geragama Tea Factory. Near Kandy it is a charming location tucked away in undulating hills. While you walk through the lush plantations, the sarees worn by the tea pluckers will add a pop of colour.