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M.D. Gunasena Kandy Branch

Book store

👍👍 One of the leading and oldest book sellers in Sri Lanka. A vast collection of books available for any age range. They have separate sections for novels, educational books and so on in different languages. Apart from books, they have stationary and gift items. The staff is super friendly and knowledg... People often mention books, book, staff, Kandy, friendly, reading, collection, good, Gunasena, helpful,


Address

33 Yatinuwara St, Kandy 20000, Sri Lanka

Website

www.mdgunasena.com

Contact

+94 812 223 288

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (507 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8 am to 6:15 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 6:15 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 6:15 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 6:15 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 6:15 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 6:15 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 6:15 pm

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  • 5/5 ishari p. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the leading and oldest book sellers in Sri Lanka. A vast collection of books available for any age range. They have separate sections for novels, educational books and so on in different languages. Apart from books, they have stationary and gift items. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable enough . The best thing is that, there are so many seating places available and you can relax while reading a book.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chathura R. 1 year ago on Google
    If you need to buy any local or international books. This is the place. Staff was friendly and helpful
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dhanushka C. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the popular book shops in Kandy. A great collection of books and stationary are available. Attractive environment. Supportive staff but only reactive to customers needs. Best service is given at the entrance. Regularly busy and crowded. Has easy access but parking is not available. Need to enhance the collection by adding English medium books for higher education.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lasani A. 6 months ago on Google
    The best and oldest book shop in the Kandy area... I'd go since in my childhood time in this book shop... We can buy all of the stationary and others here... And also, different types of books.. This place is very clean and attractive.. Very quiet and calm place. The staff is very good, kind and friendly.. Their customer service is well.. The best thing is that, there are so many seating places available and you can relax while reading a book.. The price is reasonable.. Highly recommended..👍❤️📚📌️
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dakshinie P P K. 1 year ago on Google
    I visited this childhood haunt after many years and was thrilled to see it well stocked as always! It felt like I visited a favourite relative 💖 In my childhood, thanks to my parents, this shop and Mr Dias, its manager then, gave me and my siblings the freedom to roam and take time to choose our books. By that, the joy of touching books, reading the synopsis / blurbe and choosing wisely was learnt 😁 The importance of reading was ingrained to us which we have passed it to our offspring. May M D Gunasena Company be around to give the same joy to many more generations 🙏
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Walter T. 2 years ago on Google
    A very good place to buy boos in Kandy. Friendly sfaff. Nicely arranged pleasent intereor.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Niwanthi Chathurangani G. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the branches of pinner bookshop in Sri Lanka, Kandy. Wider range of books are available. It's spread all 3 floors. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Can always get opinion from them. Good customer service. Good , quality stationaries and books can find easily in there. Follow medical rules due to covid situation. Reading room/ study space available. Can spend free time in there in knowledgeable manner.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tharushi W. 10 months ago on Google
    Perfect place to buy books, stationerys and other learning materials. 👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 kithmal w. 10 months ago on Google
    Super place to buy books..great staff
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Chamara F. 11 months ago on Google
    Another book shop located in Kandy city. You can buy different books and stationeries from this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Venusha K. 1 year ago on Google
    Best place for buy book your favourite

  • 4/5 Shenu S. 2 years ago on Google
    Well I would give 5 stars as I normally do. The lack of attention on customers and lack of help made me feel lost in the premises. I didn't know where to find the book and there was no one in sight to get help from. The Kandy Branch has a great interior and a wide range of books to choose from. The entrance welcome is warm and inviting. You can use either the lift or staircase to get to the first and second floors. Most of the translation and sinhala medium books are available on the ground floor. The English Medium books are available in both first and second floors. They have even set up a reading area where we can sit comfortably and move through the pages of a book that you have picked. However I hope that they pay more attention to the customer needs since one is likely to feel lost surrounded by bookshelves with numerous books.

  • 5/5 sumithra j. 8 months ago on Google
    One of the oldest book shops in Kandy. Almost all kinds of books can be bought hear. School material,novels, medical books, etc. Staff was helpful.

  • 5/5 Thilina G. 9 months ago on Google
    Good place to buy book. Any kind.

  • 3/5 Sudheera S. 3 months ago on Google New
    Nice interior design. Space provided for reading areas which is great for a better customer/reader experience. The collection is not wide, specifically the English section. Stationary and study aids, guides are helpful for children. Staff is friendly but can improve further. The branding had been maintained, you feel like entering a Gunasena book shop.

  • 5/5 Shashini K. 5 months ago on Google
    This is the best bookshop in Kandy so far, because they've provided a comfortable space for reading (which is very helpful when you're not sure what to buy, you can read a little and decide) and the staff is friendly too. You can find almost every book you find here.

  • 5/5 Savani K. 5 months ago on Google
    Great collection of books, encyclopaedias and stationary. Friendly staff and a welcoming gent at the bag counter.. A place with cozy library vibes.

  • 5/5 Dinuru J. 7 months ago on Google
    MD Gunasena Kandy Branch, one of Sri Lanka's oldest bookstores, has truly won my heart. Their extensive collection caters to readers of all ages and interests. What sets them apart is their inviting seating area that allows you to comfortably try or read books. The staff's welcoming attitude adds to the experience, as they never rush customers and are accommodating even during open hours. A personal highlight was being able to fully enjoy a Roald Dahl book without any pressure to purchase. Notably, I even read a 2000 Rupees priced book without making a purchase. This exceptional treatment and respect for readers, along with the outstanding selection, earns them my enthusiastic 5-star rating. Truly a haven for book enthusiasts!

  • 5/5 Ranjith P. 3 months ago on Google New
    Great place to buy a book. You can read before you buy in air conditioned seated area.

  • 5/5 anuradha n. 1 year ago on Google
    Really a nice place for a book lovers.. good staff..good service

  • 5/5 Indrajith J. 1 year ago on Google
    You can buy all the books published by MD Gunasena, can buy stationaries, novels, children's books etc... Good place to buy all kind of books and pleasent staff.

  • 5/5 Mudith E. 1 year ago on Google
    Very neat and have access to a good collection of books

  • 5/5 Alaiya R. 1 year ago on Google
    Very helpful staffs and services provided by them,also there was a lady incharge,may be the owner she assisted me very kindly,hats off for the service provided by M.D.Gunasena since long time to the nation.

  • 4/5 Dhanushka W. 1 year ago on Google
    Good Book shop to buy your reading materials.

  • 5/5 Navanjana K. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place to buy Fantasy, YA books in Kandy. Not to forget they got a wide range of books and you will be given discounts.

  • 5/5 Nisansala M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very helpful staff, nicely organized book shelves, spacious, friendly atmosphere...

  • 4/5 Lakshan D. 2 years ago on Google
    Books of various categories are available including stationaries and school instruments at a reasonable rates.Story books in English.sinhala.and many languages are also available.However, it doesn't have enough parking space, so parking nearby can be a difficulty.

  • 5/5 Nadeesha D. 2 years ago on Google
    The best ever book shopping experience ..what a friendly manager(Mr.Jaleel) and a staff..today I ordered a book for my son and they delivered it to my door step within few minutes ..that was really commendable service..wish you all the very best.. Shop with MD Gunasena and feel the difference ❤

  • 5/5 Joy B. 2 years ago on Google
    A nice bookshop with a good selection of sinhalese and english books. Spread over 3 floors. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable

  • 5/5 Sachith A. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good place to buy books. Calm and quiet.

  • 5/5 Anuradha Senarath M. 2 years ago on Google
    Best staff ... very friendly , supportive .. and reasonable price. can give 10/10 . Thanks Team Gunasena Book Shop Kandy. 👍..


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