Re-invigorating the Spirit of Place of Kandy: Urban Design and City Planning Strategies

Urban development in Kandy, Sri Lanka, risks eroding its unique cultural essence and 'spirit of place'—a blend of Buddhist traditions, symbolic representations, and historic urban design. The study identifies key determinant factors for preserving this intangible yet vital aspect, proposing that traditional urban design principles and built form strategies can guide future planning. By re-evaluating these historical elements in a modern context, the research offers actionable insights to counteract the loss of experiential qualities caused by rapid, unplanned structural changes.

Wijesundara, J. (2015). Re-invigorating the Spirit of Place of Kandy: Urban Design and City Planning Strategies. Built-Environment Sri Lanka, 11(2), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.4038/besl.v11i2.7606