Temple of the Tooth in Kandy — extra busy or any special events this week?
Planning to visit. Should I expect bigger crowds than usual right now?
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It's been a fairly normal week — busy but not unusually so. Mornings tend to be calmer than afternoons. If there's a special poya or festival it would be more crowded, but nothing major reported this week. The temple is always popular with both locals and tourists, so expect some crowds regardless. Early morning visits are generally quieter. The experience is still very worthwhile even with some people around — the site is large enough that it doesn't feel overwhelmingly crowded most of the time. This week has been pretty typical.
Normal busy week, nothing unusual. Mornings are calmer. Always popular but manageable if you go early.
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TukTuk or tour drivers take you to "gem museums" or "government-certified" gem shops. They receive huge commissions (up to 40%) on anything you buy. Prices are inflated 3-10x the actual value.
Men approach tourists near Temple of the Tooth offering to be guides. After the tour, they demand large "donations" or guide fees (5000-10000 LKR).
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