A hillside retreat in Heerasgala, above Kandy, known for misty mornings, sweeping views and warm service.
- Upscale
Why we marked it
- Traditional Kandyan dancers and drummers
- Fire-walking finale
- About an hour, every evening
- Near Kandy Lake
Kandy is the home of Kandyan dance, Sri Lanka’s best-known classical dance form. Evening shows at venues near the lake, such as the Kandy Lake Club and the Red Cross Hall, give a lively introduction.
What to expect
Expect elaborate costumes, thundering drums, acrobatic dancers and a fire-walking finale. Shows usually start in the late afternoon and last about an hour.
Good to know
- Arrive early for a good seat.
- You can head to the Temple of the Tooth’s evening ceremony afterwards.
- Check the start time locally, as it can change.
Where it is
Town centre, Kandy, Sri Lanka
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All of KandySri Lanka’s most sacred Buddhist temple, home of the relic of the Buddha’s tooth, beside Kandy Lake.
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