Royal Palace Of Kandy , Kandy, Sri Lanka
About Royal Palace of Kandy
The reminiscence of the last Kandyan King Wickrama Rajasinhe, the Royal Palace of Kandy is a reminder of the royal past dating as far back as the 14th century. It lies close of the valleys of Kandy. This palace is an architectural brilliance and has witnessed many sacred beliefs.
What we see today is only the remains of the original palace of the Kandy King which consists of the Royal Court and Temple of the Tooth.The original was destroyed several times and subsequently rebuilt by successive kings. The main entrance of the original palace still remains which is located to the left side of the Temple of the Tooth Relic. The building also houses the Museum of the Department of Archaeology.
On one side of the palace is the Victorian building which was built by the Britishers during the sub-continent rule. This building is the remnant of the British influence on the Sri Lankan legal system. The Kandy High Court was housed there for several years before being shifted to Ampara in Eastern Sri Lanka. The Royal Court is an architectural brilliance. It was at this place that the Chieftains of Kandy signed the convention to end the Kandyan kingdom.
This place deserves a visit for all of its royal remnants and history attached to it!
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Places to Visit near Royal Palace of Kandy
Royal Palace of Kandy, Central Province
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The reminiscence of the last Kandyan King Wickrama Rajasinhe, the Royal Palace of Kandy is a reminder of the royal past dating as far back as the...
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Royal Palace of Kandy, Central Province
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The reminiscence of the last Kandyan King Wickrama Rajasinhe, the Royal Palace of Kandy is a reminder of the royal past dating as far back as the...
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Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Central Province
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As the name already gives it up, the Temple of the Tooth or Sri Dalada Maligawa is a center of Buddhist faith and is believed to house Sri...
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St. Paul's Church, Kandy, Central Province
0.2 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
The St. Paul’s Church in Kandy, Sri Lanka and is located on the sacred grounds of the Temple of the Tooth Relic. This church serves as a...
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International Buddhist Museum, Central Province
0.7 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
The International Museum of World Buddhism is located near to the Temple of the Tooth and is housed in the former High Court building. It is a...
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National Museum of Kandy, Central Province
0.9 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
The National Museum is yet another tourist destination located in the city of Kandy. It lies beside the Temple of the Tooth Relic and is visited...
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Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, Central Province
1.5 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
Also known as the Royal Forest Park of Kandy, the Udawatta Kele Sanctuary is located on the hillside behind the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Being...
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Arthur’s Seat, Kandy, Central Province
1.9 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
The Arthur’s Seat is a perfect lookout located in the heart of the Kandy city. It is a place from where you can overlook the Kandy Lake, the...
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Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy, Central Province
2.3 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
One of the many things to be toured and experienced in Kandy, the Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue is a huge religious monument. It lies within...
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Kandy Lake, Central Province
2.5 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
Kandy Lake is an artificial lake which was built by the last King of Sri Lanka and of Kandy, Wikarama Rajasinhe. It was originally built to...
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Ceylon Tea Museum, Central Province
5.3 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
A tea factory, a museum, a library and restaurant all housed into one. What more could you ask for?! The Ceylon Tea Museum is the place where you...
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Kandy War Cemetery, Central Province
5.3 km from Royal Palace of Kandy - See map
The Commonwealth War Cemetery is a melancholic cemetery which is a resting place for the war heroes who dedicated their lives for Sri Lanka during...
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