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Kandy is the Sri Lanka's hill capital. It is 488 metres above sea level and next to Colombo is Sri Lanka's most visited place. The valley of Kandy is surrounded by hills and a colourful pageant takes place in Kandy annually.

Kandy is just on 100km (62mi) north east of Colombo and although the town lacks an airport, there are any number of buses and trains running between the two destinations.

Airport tax : Enter to the Bandaranaike international Airport, Katunayake, is restricted to all visitors. Only embarkation passengers are permitted.
The same rule applies to those waiting to meet incoming passengers. There is also a vehicle parking fee of RS. 50/- per car, van or wagon.

Embarkation tax is 1000/- at Bandaranaike international Airport, Katunayake. ( Subject to change )

Weather : Sri Lanka has a tropical climate. Kandy is the central part of the country and it is world famous for its natural beauty and pleasing climatic conditions. The temperature of the central part of the country is cooler. Within a one or two hour any one can enjoy the difference of the temperature. There are two monsoons, which occur May to July and December to January. The average yearly temperature for the country as a whole ranges from 26° C to 28° C. Day and night temperatures may vary by 4 to 7 .

January is the coolest month, causing people, especially those in the highlands, to wear coats and sweaters. May, the hottest period, precedes the summer monsoon rains.