Located in the central highlands, Nuwara Eliya is a charming hill station nestled in the heart of the tea country. It offers visitors a refreshing escape from the tropical heat with its cool climate and misty, verdant landscapes. The area is renowned for its tea plantations, which stretch across rolling hills and valleys. The town's colonial architecture and historic tea factories add to its charm and make it a popular destination for both local and international visitors. You can take the train route from Kandy to Ella for the most spectacular scenes. Also called ‘Little England’, Nuwara Eliya is abundant in botanical gardens, National parks, tea estates, waterfalls, mountain peaks, strawberry fields, and more. 

Popular locations include Lake Gregory, Lover's Leap Waterfall, Victoria Park, Moon Plains, Ambewela Farm and more to add to your list. You can join a golf club, visit the Seetha Amman temple, walk through tea plantations or hike up the Horton plains. With British-era architecture and picturesque views, it is one of the most unique places in Sri Lanka. Surrounded by lush tea bushes, Nuwara Eliya has many of the best hotels, villas and bungalows for your stay.