It is a old cemetery was opened in 1822 and closed in 1870. Anybody can visit their between 8am to 6pm.its behind the kandy national museum.The caretaker Mr.Charles is a very kind person and he knows every stories behind the tombs.There are some tombs of the memorable people from the colonial era.

Quite & neatly maintained colonial cemetery. Since it's a garrison cemetery most of it's tombs belongs to young men...😐.placed very Near to tooth relic temple. Should visit place in kandy town.

Located just a short walk away from The Temple of the Sacred Tooth, entering the British Garrison Cemetery is like entering another world. I don’t mean leaving the world of the living, but a world of calm and quiet. More likely than not, you will be the only visitor and you can walk around the grounds reading the tombstones and discovering what life might have been like for the 195 people buried there. During your time at the cemetery you will in all likelihood meet the young caretaker of the cemetery Harsha. He is very knowledgeable about everything that is there in the cemetery and can guide you through the tombstones sharing information about each. The British Garrison Cemetery in Kandy is maintained by The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC).

British Garrison Cemetery British Garrison Cemetery (also known as the Kandy Garrison Cemetery) is a British cemetery in Kandy, Sri Lanka, for British nationals who died in Ceylon. It was established in 1817 just after British captured the Kandy and closed in 1873 due to a ban on burials within the municipal limits, although special provision was given to allow the burial of relatives of those interred in the cemetery, with last person buried there being Annie Fritz in 1951. The cemetery contains 195 graves of men, women and children. The most common causes of death were tropical diseases such as malaria and cholera. The cemetery was restored in 1998 using financial contributions from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and is currently maintained by a group called 'The Friends of the British Garrison Cemetery in Kandy'. The cemetery is located within the land of the Sri Dalada Maligawa, the cemetery is maintained by the British while the Diyawadana Nilame and the Chief Prelates maintain the land.

Cemetery still (as of Dec 2023) isn’t accessible with a sign saying that one of the walls have fallen down. Near the entrance there are some stairs that you can ascend and have an overview of the cemetery. We didn’t see any broken down wall. I have a suspicion that the cemetery is locked to just keep the locals out and have it maintained. At the time we visited there were actually 2 workers inside (one of them claiming to be the keeper) and the cemetary looked beautifully maintained.

We stopped here to have a quick look at the British Garrison Cemetery on our walk around Kandy Lake. The cemetery was very peaceful and beautifully maintained. We were the only people there and the current caretaker Harsha came and greeted us. He then proceeded to give us a guided tour of the cemetery going into the history and stories behind the people buried there. He was very knowledgeable and it was a pleasure to listen to him speak. He then showed us the small little museum which contains newspaper articles and photos. Would highly recommend calling in here and hopefully being able to meet Harsha.

This place is a bit off the beaten track but well worth a visit . Look out for the old boy Charles who is the caretaker of the place or Harsha his nephew . They know all the stories in this protected area of those who are resting and although most have a sad ending there are some who have died in unfortunate circumstances. There is a small museum next to it which they will open to the public . There is no entrance fee so donations are welcomed ..

One of the must visit places for any tourist visiting Kandy. The bodies of many famous imperialists who lived during the British colonial period are buried here. If you are interested in Sri Lankan history, this is a great place for you to learn something new.

We visited there recently on our trip to Kandy. It was well maintained and easy to access. I suggest you to go there before 12 noon on weekdays.If the gates closed ask the nearest building so they will come and show you around. There’s the tombs of then governor’s wife , John Doyle, the founder of Cargills group , the elephant hunter who died from a thunder light and others. There’s tomb from aged three months to elders. There’s approximately 150 tombs and more than 400 people burried there.Such a calm and quiet place.

I took my family to the British Garrison Cemetery on 21st July 2017. It is a fabulously maintained document to years gone by. The highlight of our trip were the wonderful histories told to us by the cemetery's caretaker Mr Carmichael. Truly amazing and most unexpected! Well worth a visit...

British Garrison Cemetery (also known as the Kandy Garrison Cemetery) is a British cemetery in Kandy, Sri Lanka, for British nationals who died in Ceylon. It was established in 1817 just after British captured the Kandy[1] and closed in 1873 due to a ban on burials within the municipal limits, although special provision was given to allow the burial of relatives of those interred in the cemetery, with last person buried there being Annie Fritz in 1951.[2] The cemetery contains 195 graves of men, women and children. The most common causes of death were tropical diseases such as malaria and cholera. The cemetery was restored in 1998 using financial contributions from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and is currently maintained by a group called 'The Friends of the British Garrison Cemetery in Kandy'.[3] The cemetery is located within the land of the Sri Dalada Maligawa, the cemetery is maintained by the British while the Diyawadana Nilame and the Chief Prelates maintain the land.[4] Prince Charles made a visit to the graves in November 2013.[4] Notable graves Sir John D’Oyly (1774-1824), a British colonial administrator and responsible for drafting the Kandyan Convention of 1815, which resulted in the British takeover of the Kandyan Kingdom. Lady Elizabeth Gregory (1817-1873), the first wife of William Henry Gregory, Governor of Ceylon (1872-1877). John Spottiswood Robertson (1823-1856), the seventh and last recorded death of a European in Ceylon killed by wild elephants. William Robert Lyte (1846-1865), grandson of the Rev. Henry Francis Lyte, author of the hymn "Abide with Me"

The garrison cemetery is a small cemetery that holds the graves of many, mainly colonial british, men, women and children. The cemetery is maintained by the UK ministry of defence/the commonwealth war comission through the caretaker, Mr. Charles Carmichael and his assistant, Mr. Harsha Kumara Herath. Both are very happy to provide tours of the cemetery, for free (just enter the chapel/museum near the entrance). If you want, you can donate at the end of the tour, which we did, but we certainly didn't feel pressured. Harsha knows quite a bit about the place and background history and is very enthusiastic about the cemetery. At the same time he seemed saddened that other guides take tourists here that don't know much about the place and even charge money for it.

If you hope to visit Kandy,Don't forget to visit British Garrison Cemetery.

Excellent and well kept piece of history tucked away near the Buddhist monuments. See if you can chat with the care taker and he will walk you around and explain the history of the graves. After that, there is a small museum that he can open for you. The care taker is very proud to have shook Prince Charles' hand in 2013!

Absolutely fascinating place, throwing you back to 19th century. Cemetery keeper is extremely nice guy who can tell a bunch of interesting stories. You have to consider visiting a little museum at keeper’s house as well

Amazing place to visit! The cemetery is taken care of by Harsha and his uncle so please ask them for a guided tour. They are not asking for money but rather rely entirely on donations. Harsha gave us an excellent tour and he was very engaging throughout. It was a truly great experience - thank you so much!

This was built in 1822 and it was the designated final resting place of many British and European greats from Sri Lanka’s colonial era. The cemetery contains 195 graves of men, women and children. The most common causes of death were tropical diseases such as malaria and cholera. The cemetery was restored in 1998 using financial contributions from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and is currently maintained by a group called 'The Friends of the British Garrison Cemetery in Kandy This small oblong plot of cleared ground, bordered on three sides by the Udawathakelle Forest Sanctuary.

Not very famous among tourists but worth the visit. This is a ancient graveyard used as the final resting places of British nationals in Kandyan area.

You can see the britishman's cemetery who will rule the rule the Sri lanka short period

Really nice and peaceful place. From my understanding I was told this was the dead centre of town. I'm unsure if this is actually the centre as it's a little bit off the centre of the main city centre of Kandy but it is still a lovely place to 'chill out' and appreciate what is there. Fun triva: find the gravesite that has the oldest person. We found someone who lived until the age of 66. Good luck.

Great experience. Not only army but plenty of civil servants and family members. Did this on 100 years anniversary ww1 very poignant to remember

Really enjoyed wondering around this old cemetery & the caretaker was also very knowledgeable. Monkeys roamed freely. Enjoyable visit.

It is easy to skip this one or not notice it but I think it worth a visit if you are around it for the temple. It is nicely kept and hope to see the gardener so you can ask him for few stories about some of the people buried here. Some of them are surprising in my opinion.

Sadly, the cemetery was closed due to a fallen wall. We could take a few photos from the gate. However, the cemetery caretaker was there and he kindly gave us an interesting explanation of its history. He also showed us the small museum with framed newspaper articles about the cemetery.

Beautiful place. A must go in Kandy

Historical cemetery in Kandy. It is calm and mind relaxing to stay here for a while. In most cases there will be only one or two visitors. The caretaker is young gentleman with very friendly attitude and knows lot of stories connected to the place .It is fascinating and mesmerising to listen to him.

Old British cemetery in sri lanka kandy.

We could not go into the cemetery because it was closed pending maintenance due to a collapsed wall. Hope it gets restored soon and opened to the public. There is a small museum with some old photos and such managed by a nice person who was kind enough to share some trivia with us.

Great history in this small grave yard, from a veteran of the battle Waterloo, to a guy who lead the Kandy war to unfortunate people of higher class who caught malaria, the local caretaker gave me a lot of information on the separate graves

British Garrison Cemetery is a British Cemetery in Kandy,Sri Lanka for british nationals who died in Sri Lanka...

A very knowledgeable and polite cemetery caretaker. The cemetery is very well tended. Well worth a visit as this place is tucked out of the way.

Touching, to me it's a must.

You can see some monkeys in the yard..something interesting to watch....lol.

There is a supernice person taking care for this historical Place and explaning the history of persons who died a Long Time ago

If you are a British visiting Sri Lanka this is a place you must visit. Amazing place with huge history behind it.

Opened a little later than advertised but an interesting walk around with some information from the cemetery caretaker.

The place is mystical and offers you a small inside in some lives from foreigners that died near Kandy over 100 years ago. Very interesting.

Dead people don't speak. BUT tombstone DO. Listen carefully.

For British nationals who died in Ceylon. It was established in 1817 just after British captured the Kandy and closed in 1873 due to a ban on burials within the municipal limits, although special provision was given to allow the burial of relatives of those interred in the cemetery, with last person buried there being Annie Fritz in 1951.

(Translated by Google) It's a special place. It has its own atmosphere. Especially because it is simply quieter there and the Caretaker is a very friendly person. He told me all the background stories about the gravestones and the fates of the deceased. It does not cost admission, but you can leave a small donation there. (Original) Es ist schon ein besonderer Ort. Es herrscht dort eine eigene Atmosphäre. Auch gerade deswegen, weil es einfach ruhiger dort ist und der Caretaker ein sehr freundlicher Mensch ist. Er erklärte mir alle Hintergrund Storys zu den Grabsteinen und den Schicksalen der Verstorbenen. Es kostet keinen Eintritt, aber man kann dort eine kleine Spende lassen.

Beautiful and very old cemetery. Most of the people who buried here died very young age.

Beautiful but not sure what the hype is all about here.

Visited this secluded little cemetery where Harsha the attendant relayed some sad but most interesting stories of those buried there. He had such a wealth of knowledge and made the stories of the people come to life. There is a tiny picture museum to see as well. Pleased we did not miss this from out itinerary well worth a visit.

Walking through Kandy with a couple of hours to kill I was looking for a quiet spot and some shade when I saw signs to the British Garrison Cemetery. This peaceful and utterly charming 19th century graveyard was empty save for the caretaker's 25 year old nephew who happily and enthusiastically showed me round. Lovingly maintained lawns and trees surround the gravestones which were apparently all made then shipped over from Britain. The cemetery was vandalised in 1998 but restored then reopened by Prince Charles in 2013. My young guide had a story for almost every grave, some with more detail than perhaps plausible. Most striking of all was the young ages and causes of death recorded on the gravestones; nearly all of them in their 20's or 30's dying from cholera or malaria. Although being 'trampled by an elephant' or a 'house collapsing' also stand out! Just when I was about to leave, over a hundred monkeys jumped down from the adjacent hillside forrest to run and play amongst the stones. Although sad, this was absolutely the best and most unexpected thing about my trip to Kandy.

Nice place to see.behind temple of the tooth.

(Translated by Google) Still preserved cemetery of the colonial rulers. On some gravestones one can still read well what people have come back to. Very interesting, a short visit is worthwhile. (Original) Noch erhaltener Friedhof der Kolonialherren. Auf einigen Grabsteinen kann man noch gut lesen, was den Menschen wiederfahren ist. Sehr interessant, ein kurzer Besuch lohnt sich.

Nice place to visit . Well maintained, Free of charge

Very nice area with a pretty view and monkeys. There is a brilliant and very nice guide with detailed stories on almost every tomb! Definitely a must see for Kandy! (Plus it was visited by King Charles) When we got there, the gate was closed but you should check at the museum before leaving just in case.