Location: Kandy
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Kandy (Sinhalese: මහනුවර Mahanuwara, pronounced [mahanuʋərə]; Tamil: கண்டி, pronounced [ˈkaɳɖi]) is a major city in Sri Lanka located in the Central Province. It was the last capital of the ancient kings' era of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which crosses an area of tropical plantations, mainly tea. Kandy is both an administrative and religious city and is also the capital of the Central Province. Kandy is the home of The Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988.
Restaurants in Kandy
1. Come Visit Sri Lanka
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5.0 based on 155 reviews
"Come Visit Sri Lanka" is one of Sri Lanka's fastest growing tour management companies. Located in the beautiful hill city of Kandy we offer absolutely the best in personalized tours in Sri Lanka. We specialize in day tours, guided tours, tailor made tours, and much more.
2. Withlocals
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5.0 based on 421 reviews
Experience Sri Lanka like a local. We offer a wide range of private tours in Sri Lanka. Discover the hidden gems of Sri Lanka with one of our private guides.
3. Nipuna Knuckles Trekking
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5.0 based on 91 reviews
The Knuckles Range is an UNESCO world heritage site a beautiful unspoiled area that has everything from tea estates, rice terasseces to jungle located near the city of Kandy. There is an abundance of birds, flowers and amazing views, definitely worth a visit for all nature lovers. Our Company offers a variety of 1 or 2-day hikes in the area.
4. Jayamali Batiks Studio
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5.0 based on 414 reviews
Some Guides and Drivers could try to recommend you another batik shop by saying that my shop is closed today or difficult to find, etc;. Please do not believe such people. Please call me or use Google map to find my store easily. My shop is situated inside the Kandy Central Market which is opposite the Kandy Clock Tower and it is not difficult to find as it is a well known local market in Kandy. The shop is open from 9.00am to 6.00pm every day. In case if the shop is closed, please call me or get a free call from the shop which is next to mine as it is a pleasure to open my store for you within next 20 minutes. Jayamali Batiks Studio, one of the most famous batik studios in Kandy, was founded in 1979 by Jayakody. He discovered his talent to create unique batik wall hangings and started the business with very few means at his home as a family business. His unique style of designing modern, artistic and unusual designs to a very high quality fascinated the foreign guests who visited his studio.
Reviewed By MaryemZ - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
I visited Jayamali batik studio during my visit to Kandy this May mid with my husband. We had called him before visiting as we wanted to understand the directions to his shop. He was very very patient with explaining us the way multiple times as somehow we had lost our sense of direction (we had THE most relaxing vacation in the beautiful Sri Lanka so...don't judge!!) He also updated us that he had stepped out of the studio but his friend at next shop will assist us. Which he did! Once we reached his studio, only one word can describe my experience there - AMAZING! His shop is decorated with all of his beautiful samples of exquisitely made Batiks. You will not see the usual ones made with maximum two or three colours (which I did see in other shops later on). His creations are very different. The number of colours he uses in one piece are many so that gives the first impression that he's a true artist and is not just making them for mass tourist attraction. Secondly there were so many different designs to chose from - fit to match all tastes. For me it was honestly a hard decision to choose one design. His friend was very patient in opening up all the designs for me. Also it made a perfectly unique gift for my friends and family back home. My only regret is that I didn't have a chance to meet him, although if I had more time, he very kindly did inform me that he was on his way. It was truly my highlight of the day and I will recommend Jayamali Batik studio to anyone hands down!! Yes you will find many shops selling batik in kandy, but once you actually see his work you will truly know the difference. Most of the shops I stopped at later in my trip did have pieces which were of mediocre quality plus only had three colours maximum. Batik is an art form which looks the best and in my opinion honoured when you can see in actual the time the artist spends on one creation! I found this here, and I only wish him the best!
5. Sri Lanka Travele
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5.0 based on 176 reviews
I do arrange tours and travel,, Hotel Bookings, air port drop and pickup, tracking, and I have most popular hoteliers right round the island, and they are ready and willing to assist me when EverReady, as such, I can provide most comfortable accommodations to my customers on their own taste.
6. Michelle Tours
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5.0 based on 265 reviews
Michelle Tours Sri Lanka offer a vast range of tour packages to cater each one of your tour requirements starting with budget packages which can be arranged just the right way to match your budget. Day tours to most popular sights in Sri Lanka are also operated by Michelle Tours Sri Lanka in their own particular categories as Cultural day tours, a mix of culture and nature, and also Kandy city tours which is one of the most famous day tour. Tailor-made tours organized by Michelle Tours Sri Lanka to match your exact requirements will not only satisfy your transportation needs, but will provide you with an exclusive service right from the time you inquire us regarding your tour in Sri Lanka. Accommodation will also be arranged by us upon your request to match your exact needs.
7. KIA Lanka Travels
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5.0 based on 146 reviews
Tours and transportation throughout Sri Lanka, including airport pickup and drop off. English and Korean spoken.
8. Blackson Tours
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5.0 based on 86 reviews
Welcome towards the tropical paradise of South Asia – Srilanka. Usually remarked as ‘Pearl with the Indian Ocean’ this beautiful island region stands out as the country of astonishing diversity extremely acclaimed as one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Asia.Getting so small in size, it's really blessed by several intriguing attractions that no other island.
9. Rainbow Tours Sri Lanka
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5.0 based on 261 reviews
International Award winning and top rated on many forums, we are a family run Tour Operator specialising in Cultural Round Island Tours, Wild Life Safaris, Weddings & Honeymoons and Day Tours in and around Kandy. Actively involved in local and international tourism for over 40 years, we are an experienced team with safe, registered drivers/general guides, who have good spoken English and are both knowledgeable and family friendly. We offer an efficient, courteous and good value service that is highly recommended by many hundreds of satisfied guests from all over the world. Why not give us a try? We look forward to being of service!
10. Dazzling Tours
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5.0 based on 250 reviews
Dazzling Tours Sri Lanka is an Inbound Tour Operator & Travel Agent based in Kandy (Central Province – Sri Lanka) We're opened in to business since 2013 as a result of the rise of the new era for Tourism after finishing the 30 years civil war in the country. Now we've vast experience in the industry & have gained excellent reputation from various travelers around the world. We're very happy to provide our services with "ut most hospitality"
