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Sri-LankaDescription and is it worth a visit
Another cemetery Commonwealth War Cemetery in Kandy can be interesting for tourists. Previously it was called Pitakande Military Cemetery. Soldiers of various nationalities and faiths who died from 1939 to 1945 during the defence of Sri Lanka in World War II are buried here. In total, there are 196 graves, among which are British, Africans, Lankans, Indians, Canadians, Italians and one Frenchman. It may seem strange that the cemetery is considered a landmark, but it is very well maintained and beautiful. There are always fresh flowers on the graves, and often you can see Europeans who have come to honor the memory of their relatives or fellow countrymen.
🕐 Working hours
From 10:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 18:00, seven days a week.
💵Entrance fee / ticket price
Free.
🚶 How to get there
The cemetery is located five kilometers from the center of Kandy, you can not get there on foot (cemetery on the map). You can get there by your own transport, taxi, or bus number 644 from the clock tower near the center. On this bus you need to get to the stop Art Lanka Bus Stop or Gamble, and then walk along the river for one and a half kilometers. It is convenient to combine his visit with a trip to Botanical Garden Peradenia, to the tea museum or to the elephant nursery.
