About Arthur’s Seat, Kandy
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 Temple of the Tooth, and the former Palace of the Royal Family. There is also a recently erected statue of Buddha on top of a hill which can also be spotted from this place.
It is a perfect spot to take mind blowing photographs. The panoramic view makes for a striking background! The smell, colors, hustle and bustle and the overall beauty of this place is definitely worth a visit.
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Places to Visit near Arthur’s Seat, Kandy
St. Paul's Church, Kandy, Central Province
1.6 km from Arthur’s Seat, 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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Royal Palace of Kandy, Central Province
1.9 km from Arthur’s Seat, Kandy - See map
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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International Buddhist Museum, Central Province
2.4 km from Arthur’s Seat, 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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Kandy Lake, Central Province
2.4 km from Arthur’s Seat, 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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Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Kandy, Central Province
2.4 km from Arthur’s Seat, 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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National Museum of Kandy, Central Province
2.5 km from Arthur’s Seat, 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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Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Central Province
2.6 km from Arthur’s Seat, Kandy - See map
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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Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, Central Province
2.7 km from Arthur’s Seat, 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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Ceylon Tea Museum, Central Province
5.3 km from Arthur’s Seat, 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
5.4 km from Arthur’s Seat, 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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Gadaladeniya Temple, Kandy, Central Province
13.6 km from Arthur’s Seat, Kandy - See map
The Gadaladenia Temple, located Pilimathalawa town in Kandy is the fines example of Buddhist temple architecture. It is a very well-known tourist...
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Lankatilaka Temple, Central Province
16.9 km from Arthur’s Seat, Kandy - See map
The famous Lankatilaka Vihara or Lankatilaka Temple is located at Udunuwara Hiyarapitiya village of Kandy. This temple is built on a huge rock...
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