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Shopping in Kandy

  1. A

    Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre

    The Kandyan Art Association & Cultural Centre has a good selection of local lacquerwork, brassware and other craft items in a colonial-era showroom covered in a patina of age (see above). There are some craftspeople working on the spot.

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  2. B

    Amaya Hills Ayurvedic Treatment Centre

    You could also splurge at the Ayurvedic treatment centre at Amaya Hills. The body oil massage and steam bath takes 1½ hours - the steam bath is very hot. The 40-minute facial treatment includes an oil massage, sandalwood/turmeric mask and steam. Although Amaya Hills is a bit far from town you can relax around the pool after the treatment with a drink, and make an afternoon (or morning) of it.

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  3. C

    Buddhist Publication Society

    The Buddhist Publication Society, on the lakeside 400m northeast of the Temple of the Tooth, is a non-profit charity that distributes the Buddha’s teachings. Local scholars and monks occasionally give lectures, and there is a comprehensive library. See online for free information downloads. It’s a good place to ask about meditation courses.

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  4. D

    Cargills Food City

    For groceries and prepackaged meals. There’s also a window for buying takeaway beer around the back.

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  5. Upali Jayakody

    Kandy has a number of batik manufacturers. Check out the original designs at this shop.

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  6. E

    Vijitha Yapa

    Has periodicals, newspapers (including foreign titles), maps, fiction and non-fiction.

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  7. Fresco Batiks

    Check out the original designs at this batik manufacturer.

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  8. F

    Main Market

    You can buy crafts in this colourful market.

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  9. G

    Mark Bookshop

    Has books about Sri Lanka.

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