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Top Things to Do in Nuwara Eliya - Sri Lanka’s Little England!

Nuwara Eliya, located in the hill country of Sri Lanka, is a beautiful city that is the perfect place for a getaway, away from your everyday stressful life. This city, which is also known as Little England of Sri Lanka, is a place that will make you want to keep coming back.

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Visit a tea factory

One of the most important places to see in Nuwara Eliya is a tea factory. There are many tea plantations in the vicinity so you can pick one that has a factory and a store. Ceylon tea is popular in the world, so it is interesting to see how the tea leaf that gets plucked goes through different steps before reaching your teacup.

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Walk along the streets of Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya is a calm and quiet place, and it is also quite cold here compared to most other cities in Sri Lanka. When you walk along the street, you will not only be able to enjoy the weather and the surroundings but also observe and interact with the lives of the locals.

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Enjoy fresh strawberries

One of the main things that you must do when in Nuwara Eliya is to try fresh strawberries. There are many strawberry farms in Nuwara Eliya and some of them have their own cafes. You get to learn about the farming process and eat fresh strawberries.

4

Visit the golf course

Similar to any golf course, the Nuwaraeliya golf course is also vast and beautiful. Even if you are not a golfer, this is a place you should make time for, even if it's just for one meal. The view is breathtaking, the food is excellent, and you will soon forget about all your concerns and worries.

5

Explore Gregory Lake

Located just a 6-minute drive from Araliya Green City is Gregory Lake, a major attraction in Nuwara Eliya. A trip to Nuwara Eliya isn't really complete if you don't make time to explore the vicinity around Lake Gregory. This location is a popular attraction for locals and foreigners alike. You can cycle, go for a walk, take a boat ride, and even try Sri Lankan street food here.

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Spend time at Victoria Park

Located next to the Nuwaraeliya post office, Victoria Park was built by the British when Sri Lanka was a British colony. The garden is open to the public and has so much greenery with beautiful flowers blooming all year long.

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Visit Lover's Leap Waterfall

Located a short distance away from the city, Lover's Leap is located near Pedro Tea Factory and can be reached on foot. While this location has a rather disturbing name, it offers breathtaking views, and you will only want to visit more waterfalls and natural attractions after visiting the lover's leap.

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Visit the Seetha Amman Kovil

When you are in the city, you tend to get engrossed in work and don't spend attention to the simple things in life. And the Seetha Amman Kovil is the perfect place to visit so you can clear your mind.