Location: Haputale
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Haputale (හපුතලේ in Sinhala Language) is a town of Badulla District in the Uva Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an Urban Council. The elevation is 1431 m (4695 ft) above the sea level. The area has a rich bio-diversity dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Haputale is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than its surroundings, due to its elevation. The Haputale pass allows views across the Southern plains of Sri Lanka. The South-West boundary of Uva basin is marked by the Haputale mountain ridges, which continue on to Horton Plains and Adam's Peak to the west. CNN in 2010 named Haputale as one of Asia's most overlooked destinations.
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1. Prabhawa Mountain Day View Point Haputale
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Sydneysomm - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
One of the best hike I have ever done in my life, from Haputale town we hike through the Black Forest jungle, it was great adventure. It took almost 3 hours to reach the view point. We have able to see some wild life animals, birds, small mammals, lizards etc. we get down from the thotalagala side which is other side of the mountains to see lake Richmond. Highly recommend to do this hike if your in Haputale. Same hike you can visit the ravana cave too.
2. Idalgashinna Railway Station
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Roshie31 - Colombo, Sri Lanka
Just climb up to the mountain on the side of the station for a beautiful view. The station is situated in a very unique way that there are scenic views on either side.
3. Thangamale Bird Sanctuary
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4.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By nimmigunase - Colombo, Sri Lanka
This is a picturesque walk starting from near the Adisham monastery all the way along the ridge of mountain to Idalgashinna. We started the walk at about 9 am (even earlier would have been better) and it was a leisurely 3 hour and 6 km walk that took us through a not-very-well marked trail sometimes obstructed by fallen branches and trees. Walking along the beaten track adds to the character of the trek. The early part of the walk was in shade and therefore cool and pleasant. We took a picnic breakfast with us and it fuelled us for the rest of the walk. The walk then takes one to more open land with some pine trees and suddenly one comes upon an incredible vista to the right. The entire uva valley stretches out in front of your gaze with manicured hills covered in lush tea bushes - with the Glennanore estate below, and the majestic hills of ova trimming the scene. Its a spectacular view, with the railway line just below the walk. The walk is on a mountain ridge with the Haldummulla valley to the left and the Uva basin to the right, so If one deviates slightly to the left at a point about three quarters of the way of the walk and turns left one can see the Haldumulla valley to the left as well. The last km or so is on the railway track and then one arrives at the Idalgashinna railway station. This small village is only accessible by train, except for estate trails which can take a tuk tuk to Bandarawela or Diytalawa, The village has a small community of people with a school and a few houses. We had lunch at the guest house Peak Rest, which we reserved by phone the previous day. Its a lovely house owned by Mrs Bala and she had made a fabulous Sri Lankan meal. It was a very important addition to a very nice day. After lunch we took the 2 pm train back to Diyatalawa. Its a definite must-do trek in Uva with views to behold.
4. St. Andrew's Church
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4.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By nir0sh - Colombo, Sri Lanka
St. Andrew's church is situated right at Haputhale town, just above the bus stand. This small church is placed at small hill where you can enjoy the surrounding view. It is a common tourist attraction among foreigners. The care taker of the church lives at next door and you can get it opened if it is closed when you visit there.
