National Herbarium of Sri Lanka

#17 among destinations in Sri Lanka

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The National Herbarium at Peradeniya, near Kandy in the Central province of Sri Lanka, was started in about 1821 by Alexander Moon, who was the director of the Botanical Gardens there. ()

Created: 1821Elevation: 1604 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 7°16'16"N, 80°35'44"E

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KandySri Lanka

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National Herbarium of Sri Lanka – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Botanical Gardens, University of Peradeniya library, University of Peradeniya, Highway museum complex.

~80 ftNE
Sprawling garden with flowers and plants
Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka's cultural capital, the Royal Botanical Gardens of Kandy is an oasis of lush greenery and vibrant flora. Spread over 147 acres, this park is not only a haven for plant enthusiasts but also a testament to the island's rich botanical...
1.1 miS
Library
University of Peradeniya library, Kandy
29 min walk • The University of Peradeniya library is a centrally administered network of libraries in the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. It is considered the oldest academic library in Sri Lanka and one of the largest libraries in Sri Lanka today.
1 miS
Universities and schools
University of Peradeniya, Kandy
26 min walk • The University of Peradeniya is a public university in Sri Lanka, funded by the University Grants Commission. It is the largest university in Sri Lanka, which was originally established as the University of Ceylon in 1942.
0.9 miW
Museum
Highway museum complex
23 min walk • Highway museum complex is the Sri Lanka's first highway museum and is located in Kiribathkumbura, Kandy. The museum is maintained by the Road Development Authority.
0.8 miN
7°16'55"N • 80°35'34"E
New Ranweli Spice Garden, Kandy
20 min walk • Garden, Park
1.1 miNE
Cemetery
Kandy War Cemetery, Kandy
29 min walk • The Kandy War Cemetery, formerly known as the Pitakande Military Cemetery, is a British military cemetery in Kandy, Sri Lanka, for soldiers of the British Empire who were killed during World War II as well as a soldier who died during World War I.
1.2 miS
Universities and schools
Faculty of Arts
30 min walk • Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya is the largest single faculty in the entire university system of Sri Lanka.