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One of the most famous islands in the world, Sri Lanka has maintained its fame for centuries. Formerly known as the “Tears of the Indian Ocean,” this beautiful island was mentioned in ancient European, Arabian, and Indian books.
Nuwara Eliya’s old English summer resort is a popular retreat for locals trying to escape the heat of the lowlands. It’s foggy and rainy all year round, but it’s a strange and atmospheric step in colonial history.
Here are some historic tea plantation bungalows where you can work on the farm and make your experience even more special. You’ll have to take a walk, drive or train to the unparalleled scenery around Haputale, Ella and Bandarawela.
Adventurers can climb Adams Peak, a revered mountain that casts a mysterious shadow at dawn and encourages all major religions to claim theirs. Nocturnal rise is an unforgettable adventure.
The area around Haputale, Bandarawela, and Ella is commonly known in Sri Lanka as the “Triangle of Health” because of the wonderful fresh air found here. There are beautiful hiking trails here, at the southernmost tip of the hill when the clouds break, so you can enjoy stunning views of the ocean below, 60km away like crows fly.
A little south of the hill, the scenic Belihaloya is home to incredible wildlife and very few people.
On the lower hills, Kitugala has earned a reputation as the adventure capital of Sri Lanka. The main attraction of Kitugala, formerly best known as the movie The Bridge on the River Kwai, is now White River Rafting. Bird watching and walking in this area are also great.
Nuwara Eliya, the tallest town in Sri Lanka and a popular summer resort for the British, is located in the heart of the Southern Hill Country. The town has earned the title of “Little England” for its 18-hole golf course, racetracks, Victorian parks, and fishing spots along lakes and streams. Mercury often falls below freezing, and the Tudor-style house chimneys add to the colonial appeal of the town. Nuwara Eliya serves as a base for launching expeditions to the dense forests and Mt. Pidurutalagala.
Nuwara Eliya and its surrounding waterfalls include Lover’s Jumping Waterfall, Bombreela Waterfall, St. Clair Waterfall, and Devon Waterfall. Victoria Park, a beautiful recreational area with multiple flower varieties, is a popular birdwatching spot in the city. Another spot for bird watching and rare wildlife sightings is Galway land, National Park. The numerous green tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya deserve special mention. They are certainly one of the city’s major tourist attractions.
The city is best known for its iconic nine-arch railway bridge, which is a good example of Sri Lanka’s colonial construction. Hiking along the railroad tracks to the bridge is a popular activity, especially when the train arrives. There are plenty of quaint cafes, hiking trails and guesthouses surrounded by hills for a quiet vacation. You can also visit the famous Lipton’s seat. Here, Sir Thomas Lipton, the tea mogul, oversaw the growing empire.
Hiking through the bamboo grove to the stunning Ella Rock and Little Adams Peak is a great achievement. The second highest waterfall in Sri Lanka, Diyaluma Falls, overlooks a natural pool in the mountains of Ella. World-famous Ceylon tea lovers love plantations, tea factories and era spice gardens.
Ella’s other popular attractions are the Erawara Falls and the Ravana Cave. Here, King Ravana hid Princess Sita and now offers a zip line 82 meters high.Sri Lanka’s “Little England”, Ella is an all-history enthusiast, nature enthusiast, hiker, trekker, and modern Traveller to explore the past of Sri Lanka, or to overcome trends, for a fun vacation with friends and family. Offer something special to the person.
You will be amazed to know that there is a ‘Little England’ in Sri Lanka. We never miss Nuwara Eliya in our Sri Lanka holiday packages as it is the total opposite of what you might imagine Sri Lanka to be. Having the perfect amount of tropical bliss, Nuwara Eliya is located in the central hill country. It is a number 1 Sri Lanka holiday deal because it is blessed with misty mountains, cloudy waterfalls and streams, and rich soil that helps grow acres of neat and beautiful tea plantations. You will enjoy these natural wonders with visits to strawberry farms, botanical gardens with some rare flora and fauna, all while feeling the nostalgia of the British colonial era in the air. In the chilly evening, while sipping a hot cup of Ceylon tea, in the chilly evening, you will enjoy a cup of pure Ceylon tea while enjoying the sceneries. It’s for these beautiful moments that you chose our Sri Lanka holiday packages.
Towering above the hills in the southwestern part of Hill Country is Adam Speak, also known as Sri Pada. This peak is considered sacred by believers of all religions in Sri Lanka and attracts thousands of pilgrims each year. Climbing is a 4800-step intense night hike that rewards a strange phenomenon unique to this location, the spectacular view of the rising sun that completely casts a triangular shadow on the clouds below.
A religiously important area, a medium challenge for avid hikers, and with stunning views of the surroundings, Adam Speak is one of the must-see attractions for a trip to Sri Lanka.
