Description : The Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya, is located near Kandy. It features a prominent avenue of Royal Palms (Roystonea regia or Roystonea oleracea), which are a famous landmark within the gardens. The gardens cover roughly 60 hectares and border the Mahaweli River on three sides. Originally developed as a royal pleasure garden, it now houses over 4,000 species of plants, including a renowned orchid collection. The area is also known for its spectacular Giant Javan Fig Tree, which covers a vast area with its sprawling roots and branches. Sri Lanka.