Sri Dalada Museum

A marvel to see and experience. Staff super helpful and kind and great with children. The temple itself as well as the grounds very well maintained and easily access. The museum was very interesting and they have some lovely artifacts on display. Photography is not allowed in the museum. A general sense of peace and calm surrounds this amazing place. Elephant wash and feed nearby was absolutely wonderful as these elephants are royal elephants! Rich history in every nook and cranny.

A Serene Spiritual Experience. The Buddha Tooth Temple in Kandy is a must-visit for those seeking peace and spiritual insight. The temple is beautifully maintained, and the atmosphere is calm and reverent. The intricate architecture and serene surroundings make it a perfect spot for reflection. The temple also holds significant cultural value, housing sacred relics. It’s an enlightening experience that offers a glimpse into Sri Lanka’s rich Buddhist heritage.

The Temple of the Tooth in Kandy is truly amazing! I had the privilege of attending the evening ceremony, and it was a deeply spiritual and mesmerizing experience. The atmosphere was serene, with the sound of traditional drumming adding to the sacred ambiance. The temple itself is stunning, with intricate architecture and rich cultural significance. A must-visit when in Kandy to witness this beautiful blend of history, tradition, and spirituality!

We happened to be there on a Sunday which was quite to popular day for locals to say their prayers. Make sure you have a sarong or pants to cover legs, if not there are vendors selling them to the right of temple where you can get flower offerings as well. Sarong was about 2k rupees and a whole tray of gorgeous lotus flowers were only 1k. Foreigners must enter to the right of temple , buy a ticket from the machine which only takes cash I think it was 2k per person and then you must check your shoes. All temples are barefoot. If you want to see the tooth it was a mental line up. Temple was nice for a walk around, we gave away some of our flowers and dud a little offering upstairs.

Good to visit. Take a guide along they show you all places properly and explain the history. Clean toilets, big place, lovely ceremony you can see at 9.30 am and 2 other time in early morning and evening.

Entry to the temple and museum is together. You can buy flowers near the entrance (around 100 rupees for 5 stems) if you want to make an offering. Leave your shoes (tip 50 rupees on collection), pay, and in you go. We went at puja time so it was incredibly crowded with tourists and locals. It was organised, and the crowds kept moving. It was fascinating to see this kind of worship, Unfortunately the museum was closed by the time we'd finished, so we didn't see that.

A beautiful Buddhist temple, definitely worth visiting while in Kandy. If you visit afternoon (like after 6:00pm) you will have the chance to observe the ritual evening ceremony (just be prepared for loud, long-lasting music). Entrance fee: 2,000 LKR.

To be candid in Kandy I was really not sure what to make of the The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. We were fortunate to watch the mesmerizing ceremony as the monks entered into the inner sanctum which is alleged to hold the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. It is played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. I realise this is a World Heritage Site but I really would like to see some more concrete evidence that this truly is a tooth belonging to the Buddha. I guess that's where faith comes in!