kandy
states: [sri lanka]
category: cultural
year: 1988
location: Central Province
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 7.2936111110, 80.6402777800
visited: 2008
Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Sri Lanka, is a historic city renowned for its cultural and spiritual significance. It served as the last capital of the Sinhala kings, preserving a rich legacy of traditions and architecture. The city is home to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of Buddhism's most sacred shrines, housing a tooth of the Buddha. Kandy's vibrant festivals, notably the Esala Perahera, attract visitors with their elaborate processions and ancient rituals.
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