Affectionately known as ‘Little England’, Nuwara Eliya is located in the hill country of Sri Lanka. Owing to its altitude, the town is known to have a cooler temperature all year around.
Best Time to Visit
Nuwara Eliya maintains a cool temperature with a range between 47°F to 72°F. Due to this reason, the hotels near Nuwara Eliya tend to be full of vacationing tourists most of the time. But the best month to visit would be during April. During this time, not only would the temperature be pleasant, but the flowers would also be in bloom. However, if you want to avoid the crowds, the city will still look gorgeous from February to May.
How to Get to Nuwara Eliya
One of the best ways to get to Nuwara Eliya from Colombo would be by train. While it can be a long journey, it would also be the most scenic. Therefore if you’re staying at a property such as the Araliya Green City, a train ride would be ideal. That is because Nanuoya Railway Station is located in proximity to this property. Furthermore, as the train has first, second, and third classes, it is possible to find a ticket that suits your budget.
Waterfalls to See
While there are several waterfalls that one can see while staying in Nuwara Eliya, Bomburu Ella is a favorite of many. This 165-foot waterfall is the widest in the country. While one must undertake a bit of a hike to reach this waterfall, the scenery makes up for the manual labor.
Must-See Dairy Farm
The Ambewela Farm, which was initially established by the New Zealand government in 1940, is now managed by the Ambewela Farm. This is a popular dairy farm among the visitors of Nuwara Eliya and it is also possible to purchase fresh milk from the farm.
