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Castle Hill Bungalow: A Legacy of Hospitality – By Dr Harold Gunatillake The Castle Hill Bungalow has been recently renovated, and the interior has been modernised. The hotel provides a high comfort level due to excellent service and a wide range of amenities “Nestled in the heart of Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka, lies a historical gem with a story as rich as the city itself. Welcome to Castle Hill Bungalow, a boutique bungalow that has stood the test of time, witnessing the ebb and flow of history.” “Built-in 1928 during the English reign in Sri Lanka, Castle Hill Bungalow was initially owned by an Englishman, Christobel Joliffe. Its colonial architecture and sprawling gardens speak volumes of its past grandeur.” “The bungalow found its Sri Lankan roots when it was sold to E.R. Senanayake, a distinguished aristocrat of Kandy, whose family played a pivotal role in the country’s ...