A Listly List - The Historic city of Kandy is teeming with many cultural sights. Kandy is the island's last independent kingdom, thus there is a strong cultural legacy resulting in many temples and exquisite artwork. Here are a few sights all culture and history buffs should visit. - Embekke Devale , Gadaladeniya Temple , The Lankatilaka Temple , Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue, and Temple of the Tooth