ADAMS PEAK Archives

Little Adam’s Peak with spectacular views – by Arundathie Abeysinghe Breathtaking sunrise and sunset views… Lush green views of cloud forests…Verdant carpets of tea… Awe-inspiring vistas with epic ‘clicks’ of spectacular views as far as the eye can see…Picturesque peak with a moderate hike and epic scenery with 360 degree magnificent vistas… According to locals, Little Adam’s Peak got its name from Sacred *Adam’s Peak (where the footprint of the Buddha is preserved) as both mountains have a similar shape. Locals call this Peak ‘Punchi Sri Paada’ (meaning Little Adam’s Peak –Adam’s Peak is known as ‘Sri Paada’ in Sinhala). Due to the difficulty in climbing Adam’s Peak which is an arduous task, many prefer to climb Little Adam’s Peak (also known as Mini Adam’s Peak) in Ella which is considered as the “brother of the larger peak” by locals. ...

550 STEPS TO PARADISE, ADAMS PEAK, SRI LANKA Too many “tourists” who visit our “Paradise Isle” in “My Lovely Island Home” are actually unaware that there are, indeed, 550 steps to the apex of Paradise. For these lucky people who either intend to, or even visit and then revisit Sri Lanka, do try to climb these historical “steps” (all 550 of them) when you go there next. Sadly, it’s only “wishful thinking” on my part. Desmond Kelly “Star of eLanka At the start of the trail to Adam’s Peak Every year, approximately 20,000 pilgrims, ranging widely in age, fitness level, and religious beliefs, climb Adam’s Peak in search for moral and spiritual significance. Adam’s Peak bares significant spiritual and religious meaning, not only to the Thevada Buddhists, that account for 70% of the Sri Lanka’s population, but also Hindus, Muslims, and Christians. It is this summit that is said by ...