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Spice Farm Visit and Cultural Highlights of Kandy
Today you travel toward Kandy, pausing on the way to visit a spice and fruit farm near Matale. The owner will guide you through the different crops grown on the property, including pepper, nutmeg, cocoa, and other plants commonly used in Sri Lankan cooking. This provides a clear understanding of cultivation techniques and the role these ingredients play in daily life. Your visit includes a traditional rice and curry lunch prepared with fresh produce from the farm, adding a local touch to the experience. In the afternoon, you continue to Kandy, an important cultural centre surrounded by hills, a peaceful lake, and landscapes shaped by tea estates and forested areas. On arrival, the Old Kandy Walking Tour introduces you to key landmarks connected to the city’s religious and historical significance. A highlight is the Temple of the Tooth, known for safeguarding a revered Buddha relic. You will then visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, which feature an extensive collection of plants from across Sri Lanka and beyond. The day concludes at Udawatta Kele Sanctuary, a forest reserve located above the city, where shaded paths and varied birdlife offer a quiet setting to appreciate Kandy’s natural surroundings.