The magnificent shrine with its lavish gold roof and exuberant statues protects this ancient relic which is paraded through the streets each summer with drummers, dancers and elephants during the pageant of Esala Perahera. Encapsulated in the middle of the island is The Cultural Triangle where three ancient cities including Kandy bring together much of the island’s history. Anuradhapura is a holy city to Buddhists and Polonnaruwa has a former palace and magnificent carved Buddha’s. Sigiriya, a rock fortress and former royal citadel, has beautifully restored water gardens while the caves of Dambulla are famous for rock carvings of more than 150 statues of Gods.
Recommended accommodation
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Kandalama
Flanked by the Dambulla Cave Temples and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the hotel is surrounded by rocky outcrops, lakes and forests and is home to a variety of indigenous birds and wildlife
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The Kandy House
Once the ancestral home of a Kandyan family dating back to 1804, this colonial estate is set in a stunning position on the edge of Kandy City.
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Vil Uyana
Located within 5km of the ‘8th wonder of the world’ – Sigiriva, is the unique, ambitious and inspired Vil Uyana.
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Theva Residency
A private and luxurious hideout, Theva Residency provides guests with a unique and personalised level of service.
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Ulugalla Resort
A pristine green paradise set deep in the heart of rural Sri Lanka, perfect for those who seek a place like no other.
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Brook Boutique
Set in the heart of the Sri Lanka countryside, close to Dambulla & the start of the “Cultural Triangle” you will find your own true piece of heaven.
Sample itinerary
DAYS 1 – 3 Cultural Triangle
After spending the first night on a working estate, drive from Kandanagedara to the Cultural Triangle via Pinnawela, visting Sigirya, Polonnaruwa & Anuradhapura
DAY 4 Kandy
Transfer to Kandy via Dambulla Cave temples & the Spice Gardens.
DAYS 5 – 6 Hill Country
After a city tour of Kandy, drive to Hatton & enjoy two days in the Hill Country, visiting tea estates & relaxing in old colonial luxury
DAYS 7 – 8 Yala
Drive from Hatton to Yala for a two day safari, one can expect to see elephant & leopard among other wildlife
DAYS 9 – 11 South Coast
Transfer to the south coast visiting the turtle beach at Tangalle, Galle Fort, temples, gardens & local villages
DAYS 12 – 14 West Coast Beaches
Unwind on the beach in Bentota before travelling back to Colombo for some shopping prior to departure
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