Nuwara Eliya is a quaint town with a history that is entwined with British occupancy and rule. Read on to learn more about the town’s past and plan your travels to the heart of the hill country.
Early Beginnings
The town was a favourite among the colonial rulers of the past, possibly for its cool climes and proximity to all the tea estates! From stately British-styled bungalows and cottages to hotels serving up high tea, Nuwara Eliya was always associated with all things British in Sri Lanka.
Where Can I Stay
If you’re thinking about making a trip, there are plenty of wonderful hotels to stay in both in the heart of the town or else amidst plush tea estates. Hotels such as the Heritance Tea Factory are a great choice for those who want to learn more about tea as well!
What Can I do?
Apart from drinking cups of freshly brewed tea, make sure you visit a tea factory to learn all about the production and manufacturing processes. There are also a lot of ponies and horses in the town so you can explore the streets just like they would have back under early British rule!
What Should I Pack?
Unlike the rest of Sri Lanka, it can get quite cold here! So, packing along a light jumper and a scarf will be a good idea. However, if you don’t have one you don’t have to worry since there’s always a good jumper on sale, all year round in this idyllic town!
