President's Pavilion, Government residence in Kandy, Sri Lanka.
The President's Pavilion stands near the Temple of the Tooth at the head of Pavilion Street in central Kandy's administrative district.
Originally constructed as the Governor's Pavilion during British rule, the building changed its name to President's Pavilion when Sri Lanka became a republic in 1972.
During the Esala Perahera festival, the pavilion becomes a central point for the presentation of the perahera sandeshaya, following ancient traditions.
The building functions as an official residence for the President of Sri Lanka, with limited public access during ceremonial events and official functions.
Admiral Louis Mountbatten established the South East Asia Command headquarters at this location during World War II, directing military operations until 1945.
Location: Kandy
GPS coordinates: 7.26389,80.64028
Latest update: March 8, 2025 19:27
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