Kandy War Cemetery, Commonwealth military cemetery in Kandy, Sri Lanka.
Description
Kandy War Cemetery is a Commonwealth military cemetery in Sri Lanka holding 203 graves of service personnel from multiple nations. The white headstones stand in neat rows throughout the carefully maintained grounds.
History
Originally known as Pitakande Military Cemetery, this site commemorates Commonwealth service members who died during World War II. The burials span different regions and service branches from that conflict.
Culture
The headstones tell the story of soldiers from eight nations who served together during wartime. Visitors can see how people from different backgrounds found common purpose in shared sacrifice.
Practical
The cemetery sits 1.5 kilometers (roughly 1 mile) from the main road along Deveni Rajasinghe Mawatha and welcomes visitors at any time. Plan for a quiet walk through the grounds and allow time to read individual headstones if you wish to pay respects.
Did you know?
The cemetery holds remains of 151 army soldiers, 32 air force personnel, 16 naval staff, and 2 unidentified individuals from different parts of the world. This mix of service branches reveals the varied roles played during the war effort.
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