Cradled amidst the hills of the Kandy plateau and embraced by lush tropical plantations lies the sacred city of Kandy. Once the thriving capital of the Sinhala Kings for 3.5 centuries, it bore witness to significant historical events until the British assumed control in 1815. Revered as one of the most sacred places in the Buddhist world, it proudly houses the Temple of the Tooth Relic. The royal palace and temples like Lankatilaka and Gadaladeniya showcase unparalleled, best-preserved examples of traditional Sinhalese architecture and sculpture. It’s no wonder that this city has earned its place as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.