Central Province is one of the nine provinces of Sri Lanka, set in the island's central highlands. The facts available here place it in Sri Lanka, although the record that describes it lists the wrong country, so it is worth confirming the location before you plan a route.
What the province offers
The province is home to Kandy, the island's cultural capital. Its hilly setting gives the region a cooler climate and a very different feel from the coastal areas, and it is a good base for travellers interested in the island's culture and traditions.
Tea is the other defining feature. Numerous tea plantations spread across the highlands, and visiting one is an easy way to see how the crop shapes the landscape and the local economy.
Who it suits
- Visitors interested in Sri Lankan culture, centred on Kandy
- Travellers who want to see tea plantations in a hill setting
- Anyone looking for a change of pace from the coast
Because the province covers a wide area, plan your days around one or two places rather than trying to see everything. Kandy makes a natural starting point, with the surrounding plantations within reach for a day trip.
