Udawatta Kele Sanctuary , Kandy, Sri Lanka
About Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
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 a very populated city this forest reserve serves as a vital Bio Reserve for Kandy, and extends to 257 acres. It is a home to a huge variety of plants and animals and offers lush green paths for quiet explorations.
This densely forested sanctuary is full of life. The presence of huge trees blocks most of the sun and provides a cool ambience. This park is famous as a bird-watcher’s paradise since there are over 80 types of endemic and threatened species found here. Most of the mammals found here are nocturnal and thus you are not in danger of running into wild boars.
Interestingly, the Udawattekele Sanctuary is not just a sanctuary for nature but also for religion. You can easily spot a number of hermitages roaming the place and there is also a cave sanctuary built for such people who have decided to renounce the world and live their days in the woods. This area is also very popular for cycling and walking. It is surprising to find such a forested area, with a calming atmosphere located within the second biggest country in Sri Lanka.
If you are tired of the noise of Kandy visit this place for some pristine experience!
Freedom to make your own trip!
What you want, when you want and how you want.
Places to Visit near Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
National Museum of Kandy, Central Province
0.7 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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International Buddhist Museum, Central Province
0.8 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Central Province
1.5 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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Royal Palace of Kandy, Central Province
1.5 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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St. Paul's Church, Kandy, Central Province
1.6 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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Kandy Lake, Central Province
2.2 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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Arthur’s Seat, Kandy, Central Province
2.7 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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
2.8 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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 War Cemetery, Central Province
6.1 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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Ceylon Tea Museum, Central Province
6.2 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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Gadaladeniya Temple, Kandy, Central Province
14.3 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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
17.6 km from Udawatta Kele Sanctuary - 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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