Location: Kandy
Top Things to do in Kandy
What to do and see in Kandy, Central Province: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
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. AB’89 Kandy
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
AB89 KANDY, a store situated KANDY consist of ceylon's finest Handlooms in unique styles and attractive handicrafts created by our own factory.
2. 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!
3. Prestige Selections - Batiks, Handicrafts and Gift Items
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Prestige Selections is the one of best place for shopping like Gift items, Batik wall hangers, wooden statues and Sri Lankan handicrafts etc.. in Kandy town. We offer good price with high quality for each product and always respect for your thoughts. So welcome to Prestige Selection and select your choices for good rate..
4. Avenue Clothing Store
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We give you a unique shopping experience from the world of style and fashion in the hill capital of Kandy. Our unique styles, designs and brands, keeps you outstanding at all times. We keep our valued customers updated on our special offers and new arrivals through AVENUE Style alert network. be apart of our style alert and enjoy the wonderful opportunities we offer you.
5. Earth Bound Creations Showroom
6. Prema Brothers
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Founded in 1910, Prema Brothers antique store is the oldest antique dealer in Kandy, Sri Lanka and has a huge collection of collectibles
7. Kahandawela Gems
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
We at Kahandawela Gems specializes in Natural Sri Lankan Precious and Semi - Precious Gem Stones and Bridal Jewelry.
Reviewed By Shan1508
During our trip to Sri Lanka, I got into a lot of places of gem stones, in all the other places, they were tried to push me to buy, it felt powerful and unpleasant. I was looking for a small, intimate place that the owner will care about the stones and will give the space to choose exactly which stone was right for me. I even dared to ask for a woman how will owner the place.. We happened to arrive at this store and from the moment Lavangi opened the door I realized I had come to the right place. Don't expect a huge selection, the store is a small, intimate family business. The stones are arranged in a way that you can really choose which stone you want. They work with a very talented jeweler who makes the jewelery on request. The prices are good compared to other places and the service is amazing. The store also ships with a special shipment in case you do not have enough time in Kandy. Highly recommend, go there and believe me you won't regret it.
8. Pure Gem and Jewellery
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Pure Gem and Jewellery is one of the country’s largest and most respected gems and jewellery manufacturers. We committed to providing our customers the best value, quality, service and selection of Sapphires, Emeralds, Pearls and other gemstone jewellery in Sri Lanka Pure gem dedicated to manufacture, design and market unique and genuine gemstone and jewellery products at most affordable prices. P
Reviewed By dayananthd
They warmly welcome us and did a great business service and they provide 100 % genuine information about gems and stones. Great place to visit if you are planning for a gem jewelry.
9. Nilmini Gems & Jewellers (Pvt) Ltd
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Nilmini gems & Gem Lab Kandy Pvt..Ltd Only One Place but Two Service- Committed to providing our customers the best value, quality, service Shop Our Natural Gemstone & Jewelry Collection, Bridals, Engagement Rings, Wedding Bands, Fashion Rings, Pendants, Necklace with Gem Certification Lab services: * Gem identification * Issuing international valid certificate By F G A (Gt Britain) qualified Gemmologist
10. Halpe Tea Center
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Single Origin pure Ceylon tea: We are a vertically integrated operation, where our teas are plucked from our very own plantations. then manufactured and sold directly without the involvement of intermediaries
