Nuwara Eliya District

About Nuwara Eliya District

Nuwara Eliya District lies in Sri Lanka’s central highlands and is famous for tea country, cool weather and dramatic mountain […]

Nuwara Eliya District lies in Sri Lanka’s central highlands and is famous for tea country, cool weather and dramatic mountain scenery. Nuwara Eliya and Hatton are key centres, while the district also offers waterfalls, reservoirs, hiking routes and some of the island’s most scenic railway journeys. Nuwara Eliya, Hatton and the highland tea country form the core of the district’s visitor experience. Horton Plains, Adam’s Peak access routes, Ambewela, reservoirs and major waterfalls add hiking and nature, while the railway provides some of Sri Lanka’s most scenic connections towards Kandy and Ella.

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Experiences in Nuwara Eliya District

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Ambewela farm visit

Visit a highland dairy farm surrounded by cool-climate scenery and open grassland. Nearby attractions include Gregory Lake, Hakgala,…

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Gregory Lake visit

Relax by Gregory Lake in Sri Lanka’s cool hill country climate. Nearby attractions include Gregory Lake, Hakgala, tea…

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Tea factory tour

See how Ceylon tea is processed from leaf to cup and enjoy a tasting session. Nearby attractions include…

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Tea plantation visit

Walk through cool-climate tea fields and learn about Sri Lanka’s tea-growing heritage. Nearby attractions include Gregory Lake, Hakgala,…

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Accommodation around Nuwara Eliya District

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Araliya Green City

A cool-climate hill-country stay suited to tea plantations, scenic drives and Nuwara Eliya excursions.

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Araliya Red

A cool-climate hill-country stay suited to tea plantations, scenic drives and Nuwara Eliya excursions.

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Ceylon Tea Trails

A cool-climate hill-country stay suited to tea plantations, scenic drives and Nuwara Eliya excursions.

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Galway Heights

A cool-climate hill-country stay suited to tea plantations, scenic drives and Nuwara Eliya excursions.

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Places near Nuwara Eliya District

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Kandy District

Kandy District is a scenic highland region in Sri Lanka’s Central Province, centred on the historic city of…

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Matale District

Matale District is a diverse region in Sri Lanka’s Central Province, stretching from spice-growing countryside to major Cultural…

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