Three Temple Tour From Kandy

Accomodation

On Request
Pickup

Kandy
Dropoff

Kandy
Best Season

All Year
Guide

Guided
Language

English, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish
Meals

On Request
Tour Availability

Available
Transportation

Car or Van
Travel Duraton

6 - 8 hrs
Minimum Age

3
Maximum Age

99
Group Size

1 - 20
Activities

Village Safari, Temple Visit
Trip Type

Nature, Culture, History, Religon, Social

Overview

The Three Temple Day Tour takes you through three of the most iconic ancient temples near Kandy Gadaladeniya, Lankathilake, and Embekka. Each of these temples is renowned for its historical, architectural, and spiritual significance. Gadaladeniya Temple: This 14th-century temple showcases impressive Dravidian architecture, with intricate stone carvings and stunning views of the countryside. Lankathilake Temple is a blend of Sinhalese and South Indian architectural styles, this rock-top temple offers breathtaking vistas and features vivid frescoes and ancient sculptures. Embekka Devalaya Famous for its masterful wood carvings, particularly the wooden pillars that exhibit intricate designs, this temple is dedicated to the deity Katharagam

Trip Highlights

Start your day at 8:00 AM from Kandy, embarking on a journey to visit three of the most historically and spiritually significant temples in Sri Lanka: Gadaladeniya, Lankathilake, and Embekka Devalaya.
Each temple offers a unique architectural style and deep cultural heritage, making this a perfect tour for history and culture enthusiasts.
The tour will take approximately 6 to 8 hours, including visits to all three temples and a lunch break at a local restaurant. After soaking in the rich history and spiritual atmosphere, you will return to Kandy, concluding your tour by late afternoon.
This journey provides a peaceful escape into Sri Lanka's ancient cultural heart, while enjoying the serene countryside surrounding Kandy.