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The History

history

The history of Nuwara Eliya roughly dates back to 1818 when Dr. John Davy discovered Nuwara Eliya as a place with a similar ...

Kirigal PoththaThis is the best nature trail in Horton plains and is a small mountain top with dead trees. It is the 2nd tallest mountain in Sri Lanka and rises to 2388 meters above mean sea level. Its summit can be reached by hikes and those who like rock climbing. Situated near the North East side of Nuwara Eliya the Mountain summit can be reached via Horton plains national park.

  • Location

    Ohiya, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

    (27.3km from Nuwara Eliya)

Near Places

Kandi Ella Lake

kandi

The Kande Ela Educational Forest Reserve is situated on a location bordering the Kande Ela tank which is about 12 Km from Nuwara Eliya on the Nuwara Eliya Pattipola Road.

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New Zealand Farm

New Zealand Farm

This farm is located at Ambewela which is a few Km away from Nuwara eliya. The New Zealand Farm is a part of the Ambewela Farm which is both dairy farms.

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Thotupola

Thotupola

It is a unique mountain forest ecosystem of Horton Plains. This is the 3rd highest peak in Sri Lanka. Its historical significance is due to the legend where it is stated that it was the landing place of king /Rawana when returning from India.

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Horton Plains

horton Plains

The park lies approximately 20 Km south of Nuwara Eliya. Horton Plains, the surrounding forests and the adjoining Peak Wilderness constitute Sri Lanka’s most important catchment area, of almost all major rivers.

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