Must Visit Attractions

The Temple of the Tooth Relic stands as one of the most important temples of Sri Lanka and South East Asia. The reason for such is because it hold the Sacred Tooth of the Lord Buddha ever since the 4th Century AD. Thousands of Backpackers, Tourists and Worshippers visit the temple on an annual basis to pay homage. The complex includes the main temple as well as a series of smaller temples and shrines. The temple is situated approximately 4.2 km away from Ceylon Breeze Kandy and it is advised to wear clothes that cover your legs and shoulders to keep in line with the traditions of the temple.

While these famous Gardens began its journey back in 1371 AD, it was Alexander Moon who really laid the fundamental groundwork for the development of the beautiful Botanical Gardens in 1821. Back in the day, this 60 Hectare Garden was specially reserved for Royalty only, but at present the park is open to anyone wishing to indulge in the beauty of nature. The Garden is home to different types of species of plants as well as squirrels, lizards and fruit bats. A visit to the Gardens without preparing for a picnic would indeed be a highly missed opportunity. The distance between Ceylon Breeze Kandy and the Botanical Gardens is around 4.7 km by car and is definitely worth the ride.

While Kandy is known for the many natural wonders it holds, The Kandy Lake which is located in the heart of the city is actually an artificial lake which was designed and built by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in 1807. Commonly referred to the ‘Sea of Milk’, it has decreased in size over the years, to accommodate more living space within the city. The Lake is surrounded by the busy Kandyan City but can still prove to be the ideal place to take a walk around, owing to a great view. The area closer to the Temple of Tooth Relic has proved to be extremely blissful and being only 4.2 km away from Ceylon Breeze, should definitely be a stop on your checklist.

The city of Kandy is definitely a top contender in being one of the most scenic and picturesque destinations in all of Sri Lanka. The Hill Capital is home to many attractions which brings in thousands of tourists and visitors during the year. The city tour which has been organised is based on the most sought after locations that any travel enthusiast would visit whilst here in Kandy. These exotic locations include the Temple of the Tooth Relic, The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage as well as the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya. This city tour will comprise of Multi-Lingual Tour Guides to help you completely immerse yourself in the rich culture of Kandy.

This acts as Sri Lanka’s first multi-religious Sanctuary and bio-diversity complex and is located in the far highlands in the Kandyan Region. The Ambuluwawa Complex is mainly deemed as multi-religious because its structure fundamentally involves features from a Buddhist Stupa, a Hindu Kovil, a Muslim Mosque and a Christian Church, signifying all 4 main religions in Sri Lanka. The most daunting task at the Ambuluwawa Tower is climbing the narrow spiral tower to the top most section, which is indeed worth a climb as you won’t find a better view of the Hill Country. The tower is around a 1 hour drive from Ceylon Breeze, but the destination is definitely worth your time and effort

When it comes to Tea, Sri Lanka has been a pioneer in production for centuries past and this is evidently due to the quality of the tea plantations in the country. Most of these top-notch tea plantations are found in the Hilly Area of Kandy, owing to the mild and ideal climate for tea leaves to prosper. Once these are carefully picked by professional tea pluckers, they are taken into the numerous tea factories situated around the plantations for inspection and eventually commercial sale. At the end of the day, these Tea Factories house some of the greatest cups of tea in Asia and in visiting Sri Lanka having a freshly brewed cup of tea is a must! Most Tea Factories can be located in close proximity to Ceylon Breeze Kandy and are sure to get your taste buds going.

When it comes to indulging in the culture and traditions of Sri Lanka, the Kandyan Dance Show definitely tops the list in terms of Dance and Entertainment. While Sri Lanka is home to different dances from different regions, the Kandyan Dance has always held an important place in Ceylonese Culture. Most Cultural Dance Shows last for around an hour and are located at three prime locations being The Kandy Lake Club, The Kandy Arts Association and Cultural Centre and the YMBA in Mahanuwara. The dance routines of these dancers have originated from Kingdoms passed and have evolved overtime in adaptation to the culture. These dance shows are a must-visit on your holiday in Sri Lanka.

The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is a sanctuary which provides shelter to injured and infant elephants from around Sri Lanka. This popular destination attracts numerous foreigners every year and is a much sought after experience. The Mahouts at the orphanage take care of the elephants in captivity before eventually releasing them into the wild. It also hosts pregnant elephants with proper care and facilities and helps in the initial years of infant elephants. At times, visitors are allowed to pet elephants if permitted, and can also indulge in watching the elephants being fed or washed. This makes the 1 hour drive of 40km to the Orphanage all the more worthwhile