Top 10 Things to do in Central Province, Sri Lanka

October 22, 2021 Karren Gelb

Discover the best top things to do in Central Province, Sri Lanka including Pidurangala Rock, Euphoria Spice and Herbal, Horton Plains National Park, Tea Plantation Workers Museum and Archive, Knuckles Mountain Range, Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, Udawattekele Sanctuary, Kandy View Point.
Restaurants in Central Province

1. Pidurangala Rock

Pidurangala,Sigiriya, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
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5.0 based on 2,445 reviews

Pidurangala Rock

Pidurangala is a massive rock formation located a few kilometers north of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka. It has an interesting history closely related to that of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Climbing to the top of Pidurangala Rock is more strenuous than climbing Sigiriya. If you are fit and adventurous it is a climb worth making. It will take you about two hours. There is far less to see on this site than Sigiriya

Reviewed By chrismaanas - Miami, United States

This place is amazing, It is a 30 mins hike, some areas we had to climb rocks, it is not than hard but it is pretty fun, We enter thought a Buddhist temple area, so shoulders, knees should be covered, they provide a silk if you need it. The small temple is nice, with a very strong energy and beautiful painting in the rock wall. On the hiking there are many trees, kind of jungle, another reclining Buddha is close to the top, after the final and more challenging climb, there is an amazing view waiting for you, the impressive Lion rock is there. After you can go a little bit more up and have 360 view, very impressive. People go there for Sunrise and Sunset I bet would be stunning. Note: drones are not allowed.

2. Euphoria Spice and Herbal

Kandy Dambulla Road Arunaloka Farm, Madawala Ulpotha, Matale 21000 Sri Lanka +94 77 270 9107 [email protected] http://www.euphoriaspice.com/
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5.0 based on 350 reviews

Euphoria Spice and Herbal

We offer free Sri Lankan spice and ayurveda tours.Please book in advance for lunch and cookery classes. ( Please note that our restaurant is operated only on reservations). Location:If you are coming from Matale or Kandy, we are located 15km away from Matale in the Dambulla road in the town called "Madawala Ulpotha" infront of Temple Mahamewnawa. If you are coming from Dambulla, we are located 30 km from Dambulla in the Kandy-Dambulla road. We can also be identified as number 88.

Reviewed By gerardl134

We spent there few hours and enjoy every minute???? Visit in spice garden was very interesting and guide demonstrated wide knowledge about plants . Cooking classes are still in our minds... Shall explaind all spices, rules and gave us opportunity to be real part of meal preparation- Finally all was so delicious that our stomaches almost exploded. At the end there was option to buy some spices, teas etc but without pressure that we have to buy something... Recommended place!

3. Horton Plains National Park

Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka
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4.5 based on 2,545 reviews

Horton Plains National Park

Reviewed By heshanthim - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

The tour of the Horton Plains and the trek to World’s End was an absolute pleasure as it allowed us a sneak peek to the wonders of the diverse wilderness available in Sri Lanka and to various natural marvels that Sri Lanka has to offer. It is also the home to a large number of endemic birds and wildlife and is indeed a must do when one is visiting the beautiful Nuwaraeliya in Sri Lanka. The splendid tour and the experience of visiting the Horton Plains and the trek to the World’s End was guided by the very experienced and capable Naturalist Hashan attached to the Grand Hotel Nuwaraeliya and, Harshana who indeed drove us safely to and from the Horton Plains. I would definitely recommend them to all thinking of visiting Nuwaraeliya.

4. Tea Plantation Workers Museum and Archive

Doragala Road Ramadoraiwatte, Paradeka, Gampola 20500 Sri Lanka 060 2849421 http://www.isdkandy.org/index.php/activities/9-isd-kandy-isd-kandy/75-projects
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Tea Plantation Workers Museum and Archive

5. Knuckles Mountain Range

Matale Sri Lanka
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4.5 based on 251 reviews

Knuckles Mountain Range

Reviewed By newtonjsurg - Colombo, Sri Lanka

This mountain range extends from Kand district to Matale district. So much of biodiversity found here. These mountains are covered with misty rain forests. Endemic birds. Reptiles and fauna and flora found here.

6. Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
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4.5 based on 11,335 reviews

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

Transportation provider for cheap rates in Sri Lanka.experience driver.have very good experience and driven more places in Sri Lanka with many people. We provide well maintained vehicles for tours and taxi service with very good drivers. We do city tours,cultural tours,safari,drops and pickups from airport and any place in Sri Lanka.

Reviewed By PaddyM570 - Kidmore End, United Kingdom

I am horribly afraid of heights and climbing a 600ft rock was not at the top of my list for this holiday! However, it was amazing and takes about 1 hour to make the climb via some fantastic, ancient rock art and it is certainly worth the climb to discover the ruins of the most amazing palace. I am still afraid of heights but sometimes you just have to seize these opportunities.

7. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka +94 812 234 226 [email protected] http://www.sridaladamaligawa.lk/
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4.0 based on 11,934 reviews

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Sri Dalada Maligawa (Sinhala: ශ්‍රී දළදා මාළිගාව) or The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex which houses the Relic of the tooth of Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sinhalese kings and is a UNESCO world heritage site partly due to the temple. The temple which houses the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha is one of the holiest shrines in the entire Buddhist world.

Reviewed By Getaway291528 - Bristol, United Kingdom

Fantastic temple and we were lucky enough to have an excellent bespoke guide who was able to explain the history of the Sacred Tooth Relic and all it means to the Sri Lankan Buddhist followers. A definite must to visit and try to plan your visit during one of the thrice daily "prayer" times.

8. Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue

Bahirawa Kanda Rd, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka +94 70 333 3234 http://ecoworldtours.net
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4.0 based on 1,148 reviews

Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue

Reviewed By Sunshine760116 - Cairns, Australia

For people who like having a nice steep walk I prefer a tuk tuk up to this statue. We arrived in the afternoon meaning the tiles where so hot you burned your feet almost bring a pair of socks with you . The view is amazing seeing the city the old fortress and the lake

9. Udawattekele Sanctuary

Lovers Walk, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
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4.0 based on 428 reviews

Udawattekele Sanctuary

Reviewed By 905niamhi

This sanctuary is pure beauty! It is so peaceful inside and a great escape from the bustling city. There are many different paths you can take in the park, some short for those not wanting to walk too far, and some longer ones for those after a longer walk. There is also a cycle path. There are also lots of monkeys, which are great entertainment! We also spotted a turtle in the river. This place is definitely underrated and should more a must see for anyone visiting Kandy!

10. Kandy View Point

Rajapihilla Mawatha, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka +94 77 604 3599 http://www.nearby.lk/kandyviewpoint
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4.0 based on 915 reviews

Kandy View Point

Reviewed By Summerksa

The birds eye view was nice as it was a clear day could see the lake and the tooth temple was a nice experience

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