culture
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Enter the sacred palace precinct associated with the Buddha’s Tooth Relic in Kandy.
About this place · official sourceCentral Province · Sri Lanka
Kandy
The lake slows the city down. Beyond it, sacred architecture, shaded gardens and carved timber hold the many textures of the Kandyan region.
Kandy Lake · Kandy DistrictA living royal cityFind a little
Find a little
of your own.
Living Buddhist heritage beside gardens and craft traditions.
nature
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Explore the botanical collections and mature trees of Peradeniya beside the Mahaweli River.
About this place · official sourceheritage
Embekke Devalaya
Look closely at carved wooden pillars and roof details in this shrine complex in Udunuwara.
About this place · official sourceA thoughtful way to visitBefore you
Before you
set out.
Treat the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic as an active place of worship. Follow the temple’s current visitor guidance and leave room for the gardens.
Check the official guidanceDestination references reviewed 31 October 2026. Confirm current access, weather and arrangements before travel.
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