Things to do in Hill Country

Journey through majestic mountain ranges, lush tea carpeted slopes and valleys with breathtaking flowing waterfalls and curving rivers, all of which represent the region of Hill Country of Sri Lanka. This area encircles charming tourist places of Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Knuckles Range and Hatton. Explore this chilly region by all places to visit in Nuwara Eliya, Little England and tea capital; things to do in beautiful Ella such as the Upper Diyaluma trek; what to do in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Knuckles Range such as hiking and trekking seeing incredible panoramas and points of interest in Hatton – the iconic Adam’s Peak.

Adam’s Peak

Adam's Peak, Sri Lanka's revered site, visited by people in all walks of life, colour or religion from around the globe.

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Adisham Bungalow

An ancient stone manor housing the Adisham Monastery of Saint Benendict and a relic of Pope Sylvester I at the chapel.

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Ambewella Farm

The Ambewella farms is home to exceptional breeds of cattle,established with international standards in a local setting.

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Ambuluwawa Temple & Campaign Site

The Ambuluwawa Temple's clear and apparent presence marks a familiar landmark giving character to the region.

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Ashok Vatika

One of the main sites highlighted in the Ramayana legend as Sita was kept here for a period of time.

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Baker’s Falls

Baker's Falls, a famous and beautiful waterfall of Sri Lanka, named after Sir Samuel Baker, a famous British explorer.

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Bambarakanda Ella Falls

Sri Lanka’s highest waterfall, Bambarakanda Ella Falls cascades beautifully from a cliff face amidst high mountains in the hill country.

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Bomburuella Waterfall

The Bomburuella waterfall is located in Nuwara Eliya and is the widest waterfall since it consists of many little waterfalls together

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Camping in Horton Plains

This is where you will be provided with the real camping style to connect with Mother Nature.

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Corbet’s Gap

Corbet's Gap is a popular tourist attraction that is located within the Knuckles Mountain Range.

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Devon Falls

This splendid waterfall among stunning greenery and birds can be witnessed from a special viewpoint in Hatton.

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Dhowa Rock Temple and Cave

This place is known for its incomplete 38 foot Buddha Statue carved out of granite by a king.

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Divurumpola

A sacred temple where the ‘Agni Pariksha’ ritual was performed by Sita to prove her innocence to Lord Rama.

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Diyaluma Falls

At a magnificent height of 220 metres, Diyaluma Falls has many rock pools along the escarpment, plunges into a large pool.

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Dunhinda Falls

Dunhinda Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls of Sri Lanka and its trek encounters many wildlife.

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Dunsinane Falls

The Dunsinane falls has an impressive height of 100 metres situated between tea estates.

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Dunuwila

Connected to the Ramayana legend, Dunuwila is said to be where Lord Rama killed King Ravana.

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Ella Rock Hike

Ella Rock hike, a popular activity trekking to the summit where one can see stunning views of mountainous surroundings.

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Hakgala Botanical Gardens

These Botanical Gardens is the second largest in Sri Lanka and well known for species of orchids and roses.

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Hiking and Trekking in Knuckles Range

The Knuckles Range has the best of hiking and trekking for an epic adventurous holiday.

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Horton Plains

Horton Plains, a world heritage site, rich in a biodiversity of flora and fauna with changing landscapes including World’s End.

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Kadadora

An ancient temple that remains underwater during most of the year, a hidden marvel that attracts hundreds of worshippers when it resurfaces.

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Kandy / Nuwara Eliya – Ella Train Excursions

The ‘cloud train’ ride from Kandy to Ella is indeed the most scenic train journey in the world.

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Laggala

A famous landmark when it comes to the Ramayana legend about Lord Rama and Sita.

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Lake Gregory

Lake Gregory is one of the many beautiful and historical attractions in the heart of Nuwara Eliya.

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Lipton’s Seat

Lipton’s Seat is one of the most impressive viewpoints that show stunning views beyond 7 provinces.

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Little Adam’s Peak

Little Adam's Peak, is another popular Ella hiking destination which gives stunning views of the surrounding hill country.

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Mandaram Nuwara

An upcoming hiking spot in the hill country, Mandaram Nuwara is gradually being recognized for it's stunning views.

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Meemure

Meemure is a small, isolated village with a population of about 400, tucked away in the Knuckles Mountain Range.

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Mini World’s End

Mini World's End, where all things come to a drop, seeing beautiful views of the surrounding Knuckles range.

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Moon Plains

The moon plains is known as the second world's end because of the sharp drop and the stunning views

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Nine Arches Bridge & Demodara Rail Hike

The Nine Arches Bridge, a unique and significant marvel of railway construction during the British colonial era.

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Nuwara Eliya City Tour

A full city tour covering all main places to visit and landmarks of little England, Nuwara Eliya

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Nuwara Eliya Golf Club

The Nuwara Eliya Golf club is one of the oldest golf clubs in Asia which is an iconic place to visit.

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Nuwara Eliya Horse Racing Course

A piece of colonial history, it is the oldest and only horse racing course in the country.

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Pidurutalagala – the tallest peak in Sri Lanka

This is the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka and is the only prominent peak in the whole island.

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Pitawala Pathana

Pitawala Pathana is a large grassland that consists of thick grass among beautiful nature.

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Ramboda Falls

Ramboda Ella Falls, a stunning waterfall, skirted with scenic views of lush greenery and tea plantations.

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Ravana Cave

Ravana Cave is tied to the legend of Ramayana of it being the hiding place of a princess.

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Ravana Falls

A magical waterfall combined with folklore and ancient tales, it is one of the highlights in Ella.

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Seetha Amman Temple

This Hindu temple is dedicated to Sita where she had spent her days imprisoned by King Ravana.

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Seetha Kotuwa

Seetha Kotuwa is one of the main locations as to where Sita was forced to stay for a period of time by King Ravana

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Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple

This Hindu temple is devoted to the legend of Lord Hanuman during the Ramayana period.

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St. Clairs Falls

St Clairs falls, a stunning twin waterfall cascading between tea plantations yielding magical beauty.

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Strawberry Farms

A visit to a strawberry farm which will give an insight into the cultivation of strawberries and its products.

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The Demodara Loop

A rail line that travels around a spiral loop and appears out of a tunnel located underneath the station.

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The Post Office and other Colonial buildings

The red brick building of the Post Office is one of the most iconic colonial establishments of “Little England’.

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Trekking in Horton Plains

Trek through diverse terrains of Horton Plains, encountering birds and wildlife, Baker's falls and the stunning drop at World's end.

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Upper Diyaluma Trek

Sri Lanka’s latest rave, a trek above the Upper Diyaluma Falls, an epic experience of adventure among scenic beauty.

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Victoria Park

Named after Queen Victoria in 1897, this public park has stunning scenic views of the surrounding hills.

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Visit Tea Plantations & Factories

Encounter the life of a tea picker and production of famous Ceylon Tea, an experience completing your Sri Lanka holiday.

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Waterfall Hopping

Discover hidden waterfalls whilst trekking through scenic Knuckles mountain range.

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World’s End

A renowned and fundamental attraction with a steep drop of 880 metres, literally where the world ends at your feet.

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Yahangala

A significant site of a bedrock where King Ravana's body was laid to rest.

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Zip lining in Ella

Indulge in a daring activity challenge that would catapult you into lifetime memories of extreme fun among scenic beauty.

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