- Information
- Traveler Advice
- Forums
48HourVisit.com
Planning a short visit? Check out 48HourVisit.com, your online guide for short stays and weekend getaways. Ad
The Glossary
Nuwara Eliya Travel Guide
Nuwara Eliya is considered as Sri Lanka's "Little England," with its verdant hills, rustic buildings, and, particularly, the English fog, especially during rains. The highland town offers colorful gardens teeming with flowers and vegetation, lush meadows that serve as homes to a vast range of endemic animal species, and even tea houses for those who fancy the popular British habit.
Located in the south central part of the island, Nuwara Eliya ("the glade with the city") was founded by the Englishmen during the early 19th century. It was built as a residence to the then British governor Sir Edward Barnes, but later the estate was developed into a country resort. The town became popular because of its vast range of tea plantations and it eventually became one of the country's major exporters of the famous beverage.
The hillside town attracts tourists because of its Victorian-style design, and of course, the tea. The numerous tea plantations around Nuwara Eliya offer their different varieties of brewed teas and snacks to match. Another distinctly English attraction is Victoria Park, located at the heart of the town. Most beautiful in the period March to May, the park is brought to life with the beautiful flowers on plants grown almost everywhere. Another remarkable attraction is the Hagkala Botanical Garden, where the variety of plant life ranges from those endemic to the country to the exotic medicinal herbs used to cure maladies. Those who enjoy a good hike can go to Horton Plains, a national park that features many of the stunning local topographical wonders, such as the World's End, an abrupt stop to the seemingly infinite fields to the south, which offers a great view of the nearby mountain range.
Sri Lanka is a predominantly Buddhist country, and probably one of the holiest grounds in the religion can be found near Nuwara Eliya, in Sri Prada, sometimes known as Adam's Peak. It is often visited by pilgrims for the footprint said to be left by the Buddha himself, and in the first month of the Buddhist calendar the path to the mount's summit is illuminated in commemoration of the religion's most sacred festival, the Vesak Poya, otherwise known as Buddha Day. From afar, the lighted trail looks like long golden branches that go all the way to the peak.
Nuwara Eliya Landmarks:
User blogs:
Cheaper galactic spaceliner unveiled
News from http://news.ph.msn.com/top-stories/article.aspx?cp-documentid=3737940 Richard Branson unveiled Monday a commercial spaceliner offering tourists a cheaper chance to experience the thrill of weightlessness and view the splendor of the Earth from space. The British billionaire hopes to offer tickets aboard his spacecraft at a cost of 200,000 dollars each, giving adventurous ... Read full Blog post
Indonesia Eco Tourism
Tour Itenaray Day 01 BALI - LABUAN BAJO – RINCA ISLAND – KOMODO ISLAND (L.D) Pick up from your hotel in Bali and transfer to the airport, for flight to Labuan Bajo (West Flores) for approximately one and half hours. On arrival in Labuan Bajo airport, will be welcomed and met with our local representative or tour guide. Than transfer to the harbour to catch a boat cross to Rinca ... Read full Blog post
San Gimignano and San Pellegrino
Night falls on the flourishing and industrious San Gimignano, its 72 towers stand on the low roofs of the houses lit by the moon. This is not a luxury travel spot but is something you don't see every day. In the distance the clatter of hooves echoed tired in the Via Francigena. The hand of the blacksmith stops beating, the frame of the weaver becomes silent, the streets of the tank only a concert ... Read full Blog post
An Aerial fiesta in Clark Pampanga
Its a party in the sky as multi colored hot air balloons piloted ny different pilots from various partso of the world participated in this annual gathering. As early as 5am, the 2,500 hectare aviation complex at Clar Economic Zone in Pampanga was already crammedi with excitement. Clusters of hot air balloon participants busily prepare their own balloons for liftoff as they need to take advantage of ... Read full Blog post
In our Magazine
Summer Destination to Avoid: Gulf of Mexico
EPA is failing to do their job monitoring the air and reporting factual data. The people need to be made aware that their lives and long term livelihood are at stake because of the air quality in Gulf of Mexico.
How to Avoid Traveling Troubles
Traveling to a certain destination might not become memorable if there are too many troubles along the way. Remember that even the best trips are usually not trouble-free. Follow these tips that help lessen the hassles.
Unique Toys from Japan
Japan is known for its fascinating, and sometimes, eccentric culture. From anime, karaoke, to advanced technology, the Land of the Rising Sun always has something unique to offer.
