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The festival lasts for ten days escalating in scale every single night. The Randoli Perahera represents the absolute grand finale occurring on the final five nights of the festival.
Because it is the grand finale the balcony tickets are incredibly expensive and the crowds are massively intense. If you want a slightly quieter experience watching one of the earlier Kumbal Perahera nights is still phenomenal.
The final Maha Randoli Perahera held on the full moon night is universally considered the most spectacular. It features the absolute maximum number of highly decorated elephants and the most elite fire dancers in the country.
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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