There are many mountainous towns in Sri Lanka, but Nuwara Eliya is quite special because it will take you back to the colonial days.
About Nuwara Eliya
Called the Mini London by many Londoners in fact, Nuwara Eliya is a great place to relax and literally cool down when in Sri Lanka. To have the best time, utilise hotel offers in Nuwaraeliya at properties the likes of Araliya Green City.
Things to do
If you are the type of traveller that likes cost getaways in calm places, Nuwara Eliya is the best. The icing on the cake is that the town is pleasantly cold too. Perched on the hills in Sri Lanka, this place has a sea of tea estates and there are many natural places for you to enjoy views and fresh air.
When to go
The climate in Sri Lanka is tropical and warm most of the time, but it can rain heavily during some months of the year, especially in the hills. You might want to avoid the end of April and not go there until January if you want to be out and about.
Tea and its origin
Being one of the largest exporters of tea in the world, Nuwara Eliya is the hub for all things tea in Sri Lanka. There are many factories and tea estate tours you can go on to see the origin of tea and the process of how it is made. You must definitely enjoy a warm cup of tea at a local tea stall while you take in the view during sunset.