There were no battles fought in the name of Sinhalese monarchy as there had been in the Kandyan history. The Sacred Relic Tooth being the most treasured artifact that belongs to Kandyan heritage has always been the centre of attention where power was concerned.

It was an ancient belief (and it still is, in a [...]

Nothing can be written or spoken about the Kandyan culture without mentioning the Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic (Also known as the Palace of the Tooth Relic). For Buddhists in Sri Lanka, especially for those who are living in Kandy, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha is a sacred place that [...]

Kandy; a ‘b-e-a-uuuutiful ‘city in the hill country of Sri Lanka, is the heart of the Central Province. The rich Kandyan culture together with its impeccable natural beauty has made Kandy one of the favorite destinations for both local and foreign tourists. If you ask any ordinary Sri Lankan family, what they would like to [...]