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Historical Places Near Kandy View Point

35 Historical Places to Visit Near Kandy View Point

Galle Lighthouse
Historical Landmark
1
Galle Lighthouse, also known as Pointe de Galle Light, is an onshore lighthouse located within the h..
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Independence Square
Historical Landmark
2
Independence Square is a historically significant landmark located in the heart of Colombo, the capi..
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Dhowa Rock Temple
Historical & Cultural Site
3
Dhowa Rock Temple is a significant heritage site located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, near..
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Kandy Garrison Cemetery
Historical Cemetery
4
The Kandy Garrison Cemetery is a British colonial-era cemetery in Kandy, Sri Lanka, located adjacent..
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Brief Garden, Bevis Bawa
Historical Landmark/Garden
5
Brief Garden is the legendary garden and former residence of the renowned Sri Lankan landscape archi..
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Jaffna Fort
Historical Landmark
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Jaffna Fort, located in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, is a historic fortification that has stood as a witness t..
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Padmanabhapuram Palace
Historical Landmark
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Padmanabhapuram Palace is a remarkable example of traditional Kerala architecture, situated at the f..
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Rawana Ella Cave
Historical and Natural Attraction
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Hidden in the lush landscapes of Sri Lanka, the Rawana Ella Cave lies near the small town of Ella, w..
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Jathika Namal Uyana
Historical & Natural Landmark
9
Jathika Namal Uyana in Dambulla is an astonishing historical and geographical landmark in Sri Lanka ..
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Dutch Reformed Church
Historical Landmark
10
The Dutch Reformed Church, also known as the Groote Kerk, is a historic edifice situated in the hear..
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Jetavanaramaya
Historical Landmark
11
The Jetavanaramaya is an iconic stupa located in the sacred city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Signifi..
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Jami UlAlfar Mosque (Red Mosque)
Historic Site, Religious Place
12
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, commonly known as the Red Mosque, is a historic mosque located in the heart of..
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Kuttam Pokuna
Historical
13
Kuttam Pokuna or the Twin Ponds are an ancient and remarkable example of the bathing pools that were..
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Lovamahapaya (Brazen Palace)
Historical Site
14
Lovamahapaya, also known as the Brazen Palace or Lohaprasadaya, is a historic building located in th..
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Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake)
Historical Landmark
15
Kandy Lake, also known as Bogambara Lake, is a man-made lake located at the heart of Kandy, Sri Lank..
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Galle Fort
Historical Landmark
16
Galle Fort, located in the Bay of Galle on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, is a historical, arc..
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Colombo Fort
Historical and Commercial District
17
Colombo Fort, the heart of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo, is a blend of colonial legacy and modern dev..
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Old Parliament Building
Historical Landmark
18
The Old Parliament Building, located in the heart of Colombo, near the Galle Face Green, stands as a..
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Nine Arches Bridge
Historic Site
19
The Nine Arches Bridge, also known as the Bridge in the Sky, is a historic railway bridge located in..
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Pidurangala Rock
Historical and Natural Attraction
20
Pidurangala Rock is an ancient rock fortress located near the town of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka. It is k..
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Royal Palace of Kandy (Wales Park)
Historical Landmark
21
The Royal Palace of Kandy, also known as the 'Palace of the Tooth Relic,' is a historic building loc..
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Colombo Lighthouse
Historical Landmark
22
Colombo Lighthouse stands as a historic and navigational landmark in Colombo, the commercial capital..
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Vattakottai Fort
Historical Landmark
23
Vattakottai Fort, located in the coastal town of Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, India, is a seaside fort..
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Beira Lake
Historical Landmark/Natural Attraction
24
Beira Lake is a serene body of water located at the heart of Colombo, Sri Lanka's bustling capital. ..
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Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Historical Landmark
25
Sigiriya Rock Fortress, located in the Matale District of Sri Lanka, is an ancient rock fortress and..
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Gadaladeniya Temple
Historical & Religious Site
26
Gadaladeniya Temple, located in Pilimathalawa, Kandy district of Sri Lanka, is an ancient Buddhist t..
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Rama Setu (Adam's Bridge)
Natural Formation/Historic Site
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Rama Setu, also known as Adam's Bridge, is a chain of limestone shoals running between Pamban Island..
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Wolvendaal Church
Historic Site
28
Wolvendaal Church is one of the most significant remnants of Dutch colonial rule in Sri Lanka, locat..
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Demodara Loop
Historical Landmark
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Demodara Loop is an engineering marvel located near the small town of Ella, in the Badulla District ..
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Lunuganga Estate
Historical Landmark
30
Lunuganga Estate is the country home of the renowned Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa. Started in ..
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Water Gardens of Sigiriya
Historical Site
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The Water Gardens of Sigiriya, part of the renowned historic and archaeological site in Sigiriya, Sr..
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Mirisawetiya Stupa
Historical Landmark
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Mirisawetiya Stupa is an ancient and significant Buddhist monument located in Anuradhapura, one of t..
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Cobra Hood Cave
Historical Site
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The Cobra Hood Cave, named for its natural rock formation resembling the hood of a cobra, is situate..
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Galle Dutch Fort
Historical Landmark
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The Galle Dutch Fort, also known as the Galle Fort, is a historical, archaeological, and architectur..
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Dambulla
Historical site
35
Dambulla, located in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, is renowned for its significant historical a..
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Historical Places (35)
Museums (8)
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National Parks (3)
Forts (1)
Zoos (1)
Island (1)
Gardens (5)
Waterfalls (4)
Dams (2)
Lakes (1)

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Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
Religious Site
Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
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Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake)
Historical Landmark
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Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
Botanical Garden
Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
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Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue
Religious Site
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Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
Nature Reserve/Wildlife Sanctuary
Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
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Royal Palace of Kandy (Wales Park)
Historical Landmark
Royal Palace of Kandy (Wales Park)
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Ceylon Tea Museum
Museum
Ceylon Tea Museum
4144 reviews
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Wildlife Sanctuary
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
564 reviews
Kandy Garrison Cemetery
Historical Cemetery
Kandy Garrison Cemetery
65 reviews
Embekka Devalaya
Cultural Site
Embekka Devalaya
189 reviews
Gadaladeniya Temple
Historical & Religious Site
Gadaladeniya Temple
271 reviews
Lankatilaka Temple
Cultural Site
Lankatilaka Temple
2 reviews
Ranawana Royal Temple
Religious Site
Ranawana Royal Temple
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Kandy Cultural Show
Cultural Venue
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Hill Stations (1)
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Religious Places (24)
Historical Places (35)
Museums (8)
Wildlife Sanctuaries (7)
National Parks (3)
Forts (1)
Zoos (1)
Island (1)
Gardens (5)
Waterfalls (4)
Dams (2)
Lakes (1)

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