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All Sri Lanka Kandy

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Kandy

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Kandy, Sri Lanka

Updated November 4, 2012

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Helga's Folly

A Bohemian "anti-hotel" offers off-kilter stays in Sri Lanka.

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Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

This elaborate temple was built around one of the Buddha's teeth.
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Aluviharaya Rock Cave Temple

Ancient cave temple near a massive Buddha statue.
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Mackwoods Tea Plantation Sign

A Sri Lankan tea factory's ironic take on the Los Angeles landmark.
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Leather belts running from the generator to the fans on the top floor.

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Heritance Tea Factory

This 19th-century tea factory turned hotel showcases restored machinery from the era.
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