University of Peradeniya library, Kandy

#16 among attractions in Kandy

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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. ()

Coordinates: 7°15'18"N, 80°35'48"E

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Kandy Sri Lanka

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University of Peradeniya library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Botanical Gardens, National Herbarium of Sri Lanka, University of Peradeniya, Highway museum complex.

1.1 miN
Sprawling garden with flowers and plants
Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy
29 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 miN
Park
National Herbarium of Sri Lanka
29 min walk • 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.
~950 ftNE
Universities and schools
University of Peradeniya, Kandy
5 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.
1.2 miNW
Museum
Highway museum complex
32 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.
~270 ftS
Universities and schools
Faculty of Arts
2 min walk • Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya is the largest single faculty in the entire university system of Sri Lanka.