Travelling from Kandy to Ella

Temple of the Tooth

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Tip: Make sure to wear a very modest dress code. Covered knees and shoulders are a must since it is a religious location. Locals wear white as a symbol of simplicity and purity. At the entrance, you will find many stalls with fresh flowers, incense sticks, and many different types of offerings. There you can create a small offering with flowers or fruits to wish for the good health and happiness of your loved ones.

Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue

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The Temple is only a 2-kilometer walk away from the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Visitors to the temple are asked to remove their hats and shoes and to make offerings to the temple in the form of flowers or the burning of oil lamps. The views are best at night, when the city of Kandy is lit up by thousands of twinkling lights that sparkle like a reflection of the night sky. A flight of stairs behind the great white statue of Buddha allows visitors to climb higher up and view the magnificent landscape of the temple's surroundings; the views are best at night when the city of Kandy is lit up by thousands of twinkling lights that sparkle like a reflection of the night sky.

Getting there

The top is easily accessible by car or motorcycle, and a short journey up the stairs rewards you with a panoramic view of the city.

Ambuluwawa Tower

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Don't forget your selfie stick to take iconic breathtaking photos.

Royal Botanical Gardens

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Perfect to relax and take a nap on the grass. A bit pricey but worth it if you spend a couple of hours. While in Sri Lanka you’ll be able to enjoy beautiful views while being embraced by a totally different culture and tradition. A small tip to keep in mind while traveling around, if you are not booking your own private vehicle and driving around, then the most economic and safe way is to use Uber tuk-tuks. In case they are not available and you have to use a local non-metered taxi/ tuk-tuk don’t let them scam you and keep in mind that for 1Km the charge is around LKR 50. Also, when trying new food at local vendors in Kandy or Ella always ask for less spicy or even not spicy at all because the local’s spicy level is so much higher than you would expect. If you have a sweet tooth make sure to try a local sweet called ‘Unduwel’ (Honey Bangles) something original that you’ll find only in Kandy

Kandy Lake

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Boat Ride Price: 1500 LKR (8 USD) per person – the boat ride usually lasts for about 30 mins. Kandy's true beauty lies in its unique blend of nature and elegance. A number of resorts with pools that overlook the forest may be found in the nearby rainforest. For example, Aarunya Resort is a sustainable nature resort nestled inside a 7-acre plantation where fresh vegetables for their on-site restaurant are harvested. Their true Sri Lanka dining experience is, without a doubt, one of the best Sri Lankan meals you will have. Some more places where you can spend the night in Kandy: • Lakewood Residence • Ceylon Panorama Resort • Mount Blue Kandy • Earl’s Regency Hotel

Kandy To Ella Train Trip

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Options and Prices: Take the 4-hour ride to Nuwara Eliya or the 7-hour to Ella. A ticket costs around 400 LKR (2 USD) depending on the class and destination.

Nine-Arch Bridge, Ella

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Sunrise is the best time to visit the Bridge. The light is stunning and you avoid the crowds. By 10 AM, it is getting busier with tourists since it is the start of their day trip tour. Over the last few years, more and more guesthouses have been opened or are still being built. It’s a little bit out of Ella town, so you need transportation to go to the popular restaurants. Nevertheless, waking up with a view of the Nine Arch Bridge is, without a doubt, a fantastic experience. These are the recommended hotels near the Nine Arch Bridge: • Nine Arch View • Nine Arch Gap • The secret Ella • The Chillout Ella

Getting there

The quickest way is to walk along the track from Ella town until you reach a tunnel. After passing the tunnel, you immediately reach the Nine Arch Bridge. The easiest way to get to the Nine Arch Bridge is by a 300 LKR (2 USD) tuk-tuk ride from Ella. To save time, ask them to drop you off near the tunnel and walk to the bridge the last piece. There you can take some breathtaking photos. The bridge is crossed by trains six times a day. In Sri Lanka, the exact hours fluctuate all the time, but there should be one every hour. Don't be concerned about having to wait that long. There are tiny restaurants where you can buy drinks and snacks, and it's a wonderful area to photograph. We suggest visiting early in the morning, around 9 a.m.