Ella

echo the island’s golden past

The Hill-Country Gem of Sri Lanka

Tucked amidst emerald tea plantations and misty mountain peaks, Ella is a paradise for travellers seeking nature and calm. This charming highland village offers breathtaking hikes, cascading waterfalls, and some of the island’s most iconic viewpoints. The air is cool, the vistas endless, and every sunrise paints the hills in gold.

The Cultural Heart of Sri Lanka

Places to Visit

Nine Arch Bridge

An engineering wonder from the colonial era watch the train glide gracefully across its arches surrounded by misty greenery.

Little Adam’s Peak

A short, rewarding hike through tea estates to a summit with panoramic views of Ella Gap and the southern plains.

Ravana Falls

One of Sri Lanka’s widest waterfalls, cascading from a cliffside steeped in the legends of King Ravana and the Ramayana.

Ella Rock

A challenging trek for adventurers — reach the top for awe-inspiring views of valleys and mountain ranges bathed in morning light.

Diyaluma Falls

Sri Lanka’s second-highest waterfall; climb to the natural infinity pools at its top for an unforgettable swim with a view.

Lipton’s Seat

High above the tea fields of Haputale, this viewpoint named after Sir Thomas Lipton offers a sweeping panorama of the hill country.

Sri Lanka’s Glorious Places

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