In middle of the diamond shaped island, hugged by the mountains and tucked away from the bustling, metropolitan capital, lies a sweet named town called Kandy. The centre of several ancient kingdoms and wars this was the capital of Ceylon during colonial times and is now carried the title of culture capital as it’s heritage has been stubbornly preserved. Much has been said of Kandy, its beauties, holiness and kingdoms, therefore I will refrain from writing tons about its history, and instead show you the sides of Kandy people often dismiss when visiting.
Hanafi Mosque in central part of Kandy.
Kandy is located in the middle of the island and surrounded by mountains, where locals cultivate rubber and grow rice.
Monk in orange robe walking down the street on the outskirts of Kandy.
A vegetable market under colourful umbrellas, near Kandy bus station.
An old British diesel train crossing the river. A relic and reminder of the British colonial period.
Across Sri Lanka accountancy and legal services are advertised with black and white signs.
Sunset on the outskirts of Kandy.
A candyfloss stand by the side of road on the outskirts of Kandy.
A girl carrying flowers for the Sunday morning choir before she joins the white-dressed crowd of fellow students outside the Buddhist temple.
