Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Buses to outlying parts of Kandy and nearby towns such as Peradeniya, Ampitiya, Matale
and Kegalle leave from near the clock tower.
TAXI
With metered air-con taxis,
Radio Cabs
( 223 3322)
is a comfortable alternative to
three-wheelers. You may have to wait some time for your cab, especially if it's raining and
demand is heavy. With taxis (vans) that are not metered, settle on a price before you start
your journey.
THREE-WHEELER
The standard cost for a three-wheeler from the train station to the southeast end of the lake
is Rs 100 to Rs 150. Drivers will ask foreign tourists for much more, but if you stick to
your guns you'll get something approximating the local price.
Around Kandy
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There are a few things worth seeing around Kandy that can be done as a half-day trip.
Sights & Activities
