This structured museum tour focuses on Sri Lanka's pre-colonial kingdoms, particularly the Kandyan period, with emphasis on the royal regalia and artifacts of power. Guides walk you through galleries displaying the throne, crown, jewellery, and manuscripts of the last independent Sri Lankan kingdom before British colonization. The tour provides essential historical context for understanding Kandy's cultural significance and the island's resistance to colonial rule. This is particularly useful if you plan to visit Kandy afterward. Best for history buffs. It takes 1.5 hours and is rated easy.
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We arrange this for our guests, with transport from where you are staying. Ask us about dates.
Best for history buffs
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The Kandyan throne and royal crown jewels
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