Kandy View Point
Kandy Viewpoint is a quick stop with a viewing platform from where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire Kandy city with its glamour blend with nature.
Kandy Viewpoint is also known as Arthur’s Seat and said to be the highest point in Kandy. The viewpoint is located above the Kandy lake in Rajapihilla Mawatha, 550 m above the sea level.
You will be amazed by the breathtaking view of the Kandy city, how it has been nicely spread along the valley surrounded by the beautiful mountains.
A relaxing experience with a quick stop of about 15 to 20 minutes.
A short break for a few photos while enjoying the breeze and the view.
A nicely positioned and well-structured metal platform for viewers.
The view of the lake from above is quite a sight.
Absolutely safe place to have a carefree experience of a view from the top above.
You can clearly see how the temple of Tooth Relic, the royal palace, has been beautifully positioned with the Kandy lake.
You can spend hours there if you wish to enjoy the view and the breeze.
Entrance Fee
Entrance to this observation deck is absolutely free. It is positioned adjacent to the main road and therefore has easy access.
Parking free
Historical background
The World Heritage city; Kandy which you can see from the viewpoint has a great historic value mainly due to its geographic location. It was a natural fortress of defense for many kings of Sri Lanka during the periods of invasion.
The city along with the king’s palace and the shrine for the sacred Tooth Relic which is the palladium of the rulers has been built in this valley surrounded by three mountain ranges namely Udawaththe Kele, Hanthana mountain range and Bahirawakanda mountain range.
You can grasp all of the beautiful ancient city in one glance from the Kandy viewpoint.
Best time to Visit
It is one of the most loved places for tourists to take photographs while enjoying the panoramic view. Anytime is favourable to visit this place if you can spare around 10 to 15 minutes.
However, morning sunrise and the evening sunset would be great timing.
You can visit the view point early in the morning before you start your day tour.
You can also enjoy the sunset when you finish your city tour.
How to reach the Kandy Viewpoint
From Kandy city, you have to take the Rajapihilla Mawatha; a steep road, along which you will have to go around 1 km and totally around 1.6 km from the city center to reach the viewpoint. You can either take a leisurely walk or take a tuk tuk to reach your destination in a few minutes.
There are few souvenir shops and art galleries on your way to the viewpoint, alongside the road and adjacent to the viewpoint.
If you walk along the Rajapihilla Mawatha towards the view point you can also easily find good accommodation with almost the same kind of panoramic view of Kandy city.
A variety of restaurants and guest houses for varying prices are also available in the area.
