Kandy Travel Guide & Tips

Include planning for each day while setting out for a new place or thing to do in Kandy. Sometimes, over estimation of touring ideas leads to a very botched up timetables.

Festivals in Kandy

If you visit Kandy in July, you are in luck, as the famous Esala Perahera festival takes place in the temples. The festival is world famous and celebrates the ancient relic and teachings of Lord Buddha which should not be missed at any cost.

Nightlife in Kandy

The nightlife in Kandy brings out the wealthy crowd of the city to the clubs and bars. The happening nightlife is made even better with various cultural shows taking place after the sun has set down. An important information to keep in mind while enjoying the city’s nightlife is that Sri lanka, in General, is safe but always keep the contact of the authorities in hand.

Shopping in Kandy

Kandy City provides its tourists the best shopping experience with so many stores putting up so many Sri lankan specific things for purchase. You can visit the Kandy shopping center and Handicrafts shops that allow you to buy the best souvenirs and gifts for your friends and family. Unlike the infamous rumors that you do not need a visa for Sri Lanka, you do need a visa for the country. You can apply for a visa 2 weeks before your trip to Kandy city.

Exploring Kandy on Your Own

The language spoken in Kandy City are Sinhalese, Tamil and English. It is advisable to get a guide even if you know english as some locals may not really understand the language due to difference in accents and ways of speaking. Kandy City is filled with Buddhist shrines and places of religious importance. These places require you to wear long sleeved clothes. If you are not appropriately dressed, you will be given a long piece of cloth that you can wrap around your shoulders or tie around your waist like a sarang. If you are going for a long trek or hike, make sure that you have a pair of comfortable shoes before starting off with this activity. Do not forget to eat a healthy meal before starting an activity filled day. If you do forget, you can visit the local restaurants and eat a lip smacking meal from the Sri Lankan cuisine. Keep a travel guide of the Kandy City close to you, since, you can refer to the guide if lost or while trying to convey a message to someone in the city. Enjoy your trip to the Kandy City without any unnecessary hassles that can be avoided with these handy and essential information.