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Listly
09-03-2025
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Top 5 Packing Tips for a Trip to Kandy: What Tourists Need for a Hillside Getaway
Your holiday wardrobe in Kandy depends on the timing of the getaway as the weather conditions vary significantly based on the time of year. Those who are planning a day trip to Kandy during the peak travel season in Sri Lanka, for example, will find that the climate is cool and dry during this period meaning t-shirts, lightweight materials and shorts will suffice for a tour of Kandy. Although conservative outfits or cover-ups are essential for temple tours, casual cotton clothing will serve you well if you're travelling to the sacred city in July and August to witness the Esala Perahera at the Temple of the Tooth as this is another dry and humid time in Kandy. If your trip to Kandy coincides with the wet and rainy season, however, it is necessary to pack more layers and jackets so as to stay warm. While sandals and flip-flops are ideal for sightseeing activities, it is prudent to pack hiking shoes or sneakers if you intend to explore Moon Plains or the Udawattekele Sanctuary.
Listly
06-02-2025
- Listly
5 Must-see Attractions in Kandy, Sri Lanka - Discover the Wonders of the Hill Country
A beacon of reverence for Buddhist devotees, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a focal part of the 'Sacred City of Kandy', a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Home to a tooth relic of Lord Buddha, this golden-roofed temple is where you can attend a puja ceremony to catch a glimpse of the golden casket that houses this sacred object. Beyond the main shrine, there's much more to discover in the temple complex too such as the Royal Audience Hall, a part of the Royal Palace and the Temple of the Tooth Museum. If you are visiting in July or August, don't miss the Esala Perahera, a magnificent cultural procession honouring the sacred tooth relic.
