CulturalInscribed 1988Sri Lanka
Sacred City of Kandy is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (Cultural) located in Sri Lanka, inscribed in 1988.
About This Site
This sacred Buddhist site, popularly known as the city of Senkadagalapura, was the last capital of the Sinhala kings whose patronage enabled the Dinahala culture to flourish for more than 2,500 years until the occupation of Sri Lanka by the British in 1815. It is also the site of the Temple of the Tooth Relic (the sacred tooth of the Buddha), which is a famous pilgrimage site.
| Category | Cultural |
| Date Inscribed | 1988 |
| Cultural Criteria | c4 |
| Location | Sri Lanka |
Location & Geography
Coordinates
Latitude: 7.2936111, Longitude: 80.6402778
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sacred City of Kandy located?
Sacred City of Kandy is located in Sri Lanka.
When was Sacred City of Kandy inscribed as a World Heritage Site?
Sacred City of Kandy was inscribed by UNESCO in 1988.
What criteria does Sacred City of Kandy meet?
Sacred City of Kandy meets the following UNESCO criteria: c4.
Data Source: UNESCO World Heritage Convention · Last updated: April 2026