Location: Nuwara Eliya
Top Things to do in Nuwara Eliya
What to do and see in Nuwara Eliya, Central Province: The Best Free Things to do
Nuwara Eliya (Sinhalese: නුවර එළිය [nuwərə ɛlijə]; Tamil: நுவரெலியா) is a city in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. Its name means "city on the plain (table land)" or "city of light". The city is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. It is at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128 ft) and is considered to be the most important location for tea production in Sri Lanka. The city is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya is known for its temperate, cool climate – the coolest area in Sri Lanka.
Restaurants in Nuwara Eliya
1. Holy Trinity Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By 394ashanm - Colombo, Sri Lanka
This church transport you back in time to the colonial era the architecture is awesome It has a great garden
2. Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 272 reviews
Reviewed By Bhaskar_10 - New Delhi, India
Had Darshan on 19th February 2020 at 13.00pm During our Ramayana Trail tour of Sri Lanka, we had opportunity to visit this divine Temple on our way to Nuwara Eliya from Kandy. The Temple location is 1/2 km off-route to the main road and the climb can be interesting for young people. However due to paucity of time and as advise by our guide we took auto ( 3 people) SLR 400/- to and fro. The Temple approach has about 40-50 high stairs. So groups with senior citizens please be aware. The Temple and its surrounding maintained by Chinmaya Mission, India is serene clean and the beauty is abound. Just in time befor the Temple closure we offered puja as we carried prasad from India and the distributed them among the devotees. A grand statue of Bhagwan Hanuman takes centre stage in the sanctum of the temple. inside the temple there are deities of other God and Goddess. Spend some quality time there and watched the sleeping Hanuman hill from the Temple. Do visit this palace and seek blessings. The Temple complex houses a souvenir shop and a light refreshment place for coffee and package snacks. Photo options are breath-taking. Enjoy Jai Hanuman Ji
3. Ashok Vatika
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By drsbthakur - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
This is a hindu temple built at a site where Sita Ma was kept in captive by Ravana.There are sacred foot prints of Hanuman,who visited Sita Ma.Ladies must tie hair to enter the temple.A beautiful stream of water,hills and trees add to the beauty of the temple,which has golden idols of,Ram,Lakshman and Sita
4. Kande-ela Reservoir
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By mailraashid - Mawanella, Sri Lanka
You meet the this lake on your way to Ambewala Livestock Farm and the Strawberry Farm. There are boats you Can take a Ride around they Charged us 2000Rs. We were lucky Enough to get onboard the oldes boat Rider on the location with over 28 years of experience, he told us the exciting experience he had in the lake. This lake was the Setting for the 2003 Critically and Commercially successful south Indian Film "Kakkha Kakkha" Directed by Gautham Mennon our boat guy was luckily the, Location coordinator. They had build a Treehouse in the middle of the lake (not available anymore) which has taken around 3months, shooting has lasted 14 Days. Subsequently they had done a Telungu language Remake as well. A boat ride is only worthwhile if you visit on a misty season, I visited Here on a november Day, witch was very much misty we could only see the water. If it's sunny it's like any other lake you see around srilanka nothing special, so this is not a Place to visit in april If you want to see the beauty of the lake I suggest You to watch the Movie. This the a highest freshwater Lake in srilanka, no Motorboats are alloved due to water pollution because this water is supplied to many parts oc the hill country.
5. Franciscan Sister's Jam Room
6. Kolapathana Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By exploreslk - Colombo, Sri Lanka
Kolapathana Falls is a hidden beauty situated on the boundary of Mandaram Nuwara, bordered by Piduruthalagala Mountain range. The waterfall is not that much beautiful, but I am giving it 5 stars just because of the breathtaking trail towards the waterfall. It is around 1km hike (not a hard one). Keep in mind that the waterfall is a drinking water source. So you can't bath at the bottom of the falls. You can bath from the stream below a certain point (the collection point of drinking water). But the water is pretty cold. Parking spaces can be found in the village.
7. Post Office Nuwara Eliya
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Vachintha - Colombo, Sri Lanka
Housed within a beautiful Tudor mansion, this is said to be the oldest post office in the island. The reddish walls and the roof of this vintage building forms a colorful contrast with the well maintained lawn. This has been constructed in 1894 with the sole purpose of managing the postal services of the British colonials and today, its a prominent landmark of the City.
8. Bluefield Tea Gardens
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4.0 based on 1,204 reviews
Reviewed By Bhaskar_10 - New Delhi, India
Visited on 20th February 2020 On our way to Nuwara Eliya from Kandy, we had a stopover at this Tea Estate to have a look at the tea manufacturing process and a hot cup of tea. The place is beautiful and the process is knowledgeable. The Cafeteria is very well appointed and takes you back to English Imperial Ruling days. Maintained in its original form this place is a welcome break from the long journey over a cup of tea. You can also buy milk-tea at SLR 120/- and there are pastries and snacks to choose from ranging about SLR 150 to 300/-. Products of the Tea estate are on sale at the souvenir shop. You may have a look and decide accordingly. Do not miss this place on your way to Nuwara Eliya.
9. Sita Temple
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4.0 based on 916 reviews
Reviewed By letchumiprabahr - George Town, Malaysia
What else could a simple practising Hindu ask for? Upon arriving at the temple-we were pleasantly welcomed with a special HOMA(special prayers for blessings)- and much to my surprise I was handed the tray with the vastrams (clothes) for Lord Rama and Sita Mata -my little heart was jumping with joy with such a blessing!!! To add to my JOYOUS joy..I was also told that this was the exact place-river where Sita Mata had her bath while on waiting for Lord Rama to rescue her. It was indeed a holiday with a dash of spirituality, history and blessings--what more could I ask for and wish for. Thank you Sita Mata, thank you Lord Rama--for I was indeed blessed to have had the blessings of carrying your vashtrams before they were elegantly dressed on you both. Thank you Thank you Thank you!
10. Little England Tour Nuwara Eliya
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4.0 based on 22 reviews
We at Little England Tour provide the best transport services you need on touring this wonderful island. You can request for our services at any time of the day and we can cater to your transportation needs... We are open to you 24x7...
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