Royal Botanic Gardens

​Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya Is A Renowned Botanical Garden Located Approximately 5.5 Kilometers West Of Kandy, Sri Lanka. Spanning 147 Acres, It Boasts Over 4,000 Species Of Plants, Including Orchids, Spices, Medicinal Plants, And Palm Trees. The Garden Is Situated Near The Mahaweli River, The Longest River In Sri Lanka, And Is Managed By The Department Of National Botanic Gardens. ​

Established Formally In 1843, The Garden's Origins Trace Back To 1371 During The Reign Of King Wickramabahu III. It Features Notable Avenues Lined With Various Palm Species, Such As The Royal Palm Avenue And Double Coconut Avenue. A Significant Historical Landmark Within The Garden Is The Cannonball Tree, Planted By King George V And Queen Mary In 1901.

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya, Is Not Only A Center For Botanical Research And Conservation But Also A Popular Tourist Destination, Attracting Over 1.2 Million Local And 400,000 Foreign Visitors Annually. Its Rich History And Diverse Plant Collections Make It A Must-visit Location For Nature Enthusiasts And Those Interested In Sri Lanka's Botanical Heritage