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Where is the best place to sit for the Kandy Esala Perahera?

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Gus BE.•3475 rep•1

I am visiting in August. Are the balcony seats worth the high price or is it better to stay on the street level with the local crowds.

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Gus BE.•3475 rep•1

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Balcony seats in the shops along Dalada Veediya are definitely worth the money if you want to avoid standing for six hours in a massive crowd. They offer a great overhead view of the elephants and dancers. Prices range from fifty to eighty dollars. If you prefer the street level, you must arrive by 2:00 PM to secure a spot on the pavement and stay there until the parade starts around 8:00 PM. It is a test of endurance but the atmosphere is electric.

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