Kandy

:For alternate meanings see Kandy (disambiguation)

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Kandy (the Sacred City of Kandy) is a city in the centre of Sri Lanka. It lies in the midst of hills of rare vegetal species. The Kandy Valley crosses an area of tropical plantations.

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• Historical Function : Administration and religion.
• Administrative Status: Capital of the Central Province (which encompasses the districts of Kandy, Matale and Nuwara Eliya) and also of the administrative district of Kandy.
• Foundation: 14th century.
• Population : 161,395 (2001 census).
• One of the most scenic cities in Sri Lanka

Kandy related Images and Photos (experimental)

Sri Lankan Soldiers March during the National War Heroes Day Kandy Sri Lanka