Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka’s Little England
Destination Overview
Nicknamed 'Little England,' Nuwara Eliya is a charming highland town nestled among emerald tea estates, misty mountains, and cascading waterfalls. With its cool climate, colonial cottages, scenic lakes, and vibrant strawberry farms, it’s Sri Lanka’s most enchanting hill country escape — where nature and nostalgia meet beautifully.
Category
Nature & Hills
Recommended Duration
2-3 Days
Location
Central Province, Sri Lanka
Difficulty
Easy
Key Highlights
- Take a boat ride or enjoy horseback riding at Gregory Lake.
- Visit lush tea plantations and learn about Ceylon tea production.
- Explore Moon Plains for panoramic highland views.
- See Ramboda Falls, Lover’s Leap, and St. Clair’s waterfalls.
- Pick fresh strawberries at local farms and taste homemade treats.
- Stroll through Hakgala Gardens and the colonial streets of town.
Photo Gallery
Nuwara Eliya Post Office - Front View
The famous red-brick Tudor-style post office in the heart of Nuwara Eliya, a classic reminder of the town’s British colonial heritage.
Ambewela Dairy Farm Barn
Rows of dairy cows inside the main barn at Ambewela Farm, showcasing Sri Lanka’s modern highland dairy industry.
Tractor Ride Through a Strawberry Farm
Visitors enjoying a cheerful tractor ride through a lush strawberry farm near Nuwara Eliya, surrounded by bright green highland fields.
Highland Waterfall Near Nuwara Eliya
A tall, dramatic waterfall plunging into a forested valley in the hill country — one of the many scenic cascades around Nuwara Eliya.
Sambar Deer Grazing in the Highlands
A wild sambar deer peacefully grazing in the open grasslands, a common sight around Horton Plains and the surrounding high country.
Close-Up of a Highland Sambar Deer
A portrait of a sambar deer with misty highland forest behind it, highlighting the rich wildlife of Nuwara Eliya’s national parks.
Top Things To Do
Take a scenic train ride from Nanu Oya through tea country.
Cycle or ride a jeep around Moon Plains’ winding trails.
Visit Pedro Tea Estate for a guided factory tour.
Explore the vibrant local market and try fresh strawberries and vegetables.
Relax in Victoria Park or enjoy a picnic by Gregory Lake.
Drive to St. Clair’s and Devon Falls for dramatic waterfall views.
Unique Experiences
Ride a jeep through Moon Plains for breathtaking views at Mini World’s End.
Tour a working tea estate and enjoy a tea tasting session.
Go strawberry picking at a local farm and sample fresh produce.
Visit waterfalls like Ramboda and Lover’s Leap for scenic hikes and photos.
Enjoy high tea at the historic Grand Hotel or Lake Gregory’s cafés.
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