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Offered languages
- German
- English
Go beyond the visual and dive into the hidden language of Kandy. This self-guided podcast tour leads from the Central Market through temples and the lake to the royal forest.
- A 3.7 km self-guided tour with 6 stops
- A sensory journey through Candy's unique soundscape
Told in an immersive podcast style by experts and locals
- Audio content, interactive guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is at Kandy City Centre near the Central Market. Start the tour at the marked entrance.
The tour ends at the entrance of the Udawatta Kele Sanctuary. From here you can reach the next stops on foot.
Itinerary
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1
A chaotic symphony of trade, in which trilingual vendor calls and the rhythmic pounding of butcher's cleavers define the unfiltered voice of the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya
A peaceful monastery complex, in which the rhythmic sweeping of sand and the resonance of the Pirith chants create an architecture of silence.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show
A threshold space where the urban roar is softened by water and replaced by waves and wildlife.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A vibrant center where the deep beat of the Geta Bera and the metallic jingle of the ankle bells assert centuries of cultural identity.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Sri Dalada Maligawa
The climax of Candy's soundscape, where Hewisi drums and the Hakgediya conch shell create a state of spiritual sensory overload.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
A retreat into the ancient acoustics of the royal forest, where bird calls and wind in the treetops offer a natural resolution.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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