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Hill Country
Rolling emerald plantations in the cool central highlands
Overview
Known as 'Little England' for its cool climate and colonial-era architecture, Nuwara Eliya sits at the heart of Sri Lanka's tea country, surrounded by manicured plantations rolling over the hills.
Visit a working tea factory to see the leaves processed from field to cup, then take a scenic walk through the estates as pickers move between the rows.
In Pictures
Make The Most Of It
Follow the leaves from plucking to processing, finishing with a fresh cup overlooking the estate.
Wander the manicured rows as pickers move between the bushes.
Rent a boat or stroll the lakeside park in the town centre.
A colonial-era garden popular for birdwatching in the cooler months.
Good To Know
Evenings can drop to 10–15°C, so pack a warm layer even though the rest of Sri Lanka is tropical.
One day covers the highlights, but two lets you add a slower estate walk or a side trip to Horton Plains.
March to May is driest and greenest; April also brings the Nuwara Eliya season with horse racing and flower shows.
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