What is the most beautiful hidden village near Kandy.
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Meemure is widely considered the most beautiful and isolated hidden village near Kandy. It is tucked deep within the Knuckles Mountain Range and offers an incredibly authentic look at rural Sri Lankan life.
The road to Meemure is extremely rough, so you must hire a local driver with a sturdy jeep or tuk tuk from the Hunnasgiriya junction. The stunning waterfalls and terraced rice paddies are totally worth the bumpy ride.
Scam Watch: kandy
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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