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EXPLORE NUWARA ELIYA
Right in the heart of town, Gregory Lake is the perfect spot for a relaxed day out in the crisp highland air. Stroll or cycle the path around the water, enjoy a picnic on the grassy banks, or hop on a boat ride and cruise across the glassy surface — horse rides along the shore are a favourite with families too.
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Escape into the misty wilderness of Horton Plains National Park, a rolling highland plateau of cloud forest, waterfalls, and rare wildlife. Hike the classic loop trail to World’s End, a sheer 870-metre cliff drop that opens onto jaw-dropping views across the southern plains — an early start is essential to catch the plains before the clouds roll in.
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No trip to the highlands is complete without exploring the emerald tea estates that carpet the hillsides. Tour a working plantation to see how leaves are plucked, withered, rolled, and fired, then sit down to a fresh cup of single-origin Ceylon tea straight from the source — all with breathtaking views over endless rows of tea bushes.
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Legend has it a lovesick soldier leapt from this cliff, giving the falls their romantic name. A short hike from town leads you to this dramatic 30-metre waterfall, where cool spray drifts across lush green foliage and the sound of rushing water fills the misty hills — a peaceful escape from the bustle of Nuwara Eliya.
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Rising above the town, Single Tree Hill is a gentle summit hike that rewards you with unbroken 360-degree views. From the top you can trace Nuwara Eliya’s patchwork of green valleys, tea terraces, and distant mountains all the way to the horizon — bring a jacket, as the highland wind is always cool at the summit.
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Nicknamed “Little New Zealand”, the rolling dairy pastures of Ambewela look like they belong in a postcard. Wander the emerald meadows dotted with grazing cows, pick ripe strawberries straight from the farm, and soak up stunning mountain backdrops — one of the most photographed corners of the entire island.
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