Royal Botanical Garden, Peradeniya, located close to the  city of Kandy is famous for its impressive collection of over 300 varieties of orchids, different types of spices, palm trees and medicinal plants among others. Spread over  147 acres, this garden stands 460 Meters above sea level with a 200 day annual rain fall.

The Botanic Gardens was originally set up in 1371 during the reign of  King Wickramabahu III. Over 1.4 million people visit Sri Lanka’s botanic gardens every year and is a must see spot for every nature lover.

There are many hotels in Kandy, which are easily accessible from the botanical gardens. From the luxury hotels of  Jetwing Hunas Falls to economical hotels, B&Bs and resorts there are quite a few options to choose from. To get more information on the budget deals, go through our list of cheap Peradeniya hotels.