King Ravana’s Connection with Ella – By Dr harold Gunatillake Sri Lanka is reaching its target tourist mark for 2023; it is hoped travellers will turn their sights in 2024 to visit the splendid island called Sri Lanka. So, let’s check this connection with Ella, now famous as a nest for foreign tourists and spoken about worldwide. Nestled in a verdant valley, surrounded by stunning vistas, the tranquil town of Ella is like a slice of paradise. Ella has gained worldwide fame and is now a popular destination in Sri Lanka, surpassing Hikkaduwe, once the most visited tourist site. But what makes this little village such a hot spot for tourists? Ella is renowned for its hilly terrain in Sri Lanka, surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. Due to its higher elevation, the town has a cooler climate than the surrounding lowlands. The days can be ...

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Enchanting Ella – Sri Lanka – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Transcript: It is a unique mountainous site, like no other holiday resort. Sri Lanka has become a popular tourist destination due to its many sites and attractions. Historical landmarks and some of the world’s best beaches are available on this Indian Ocean Island. Ella, a once-sleepy town surrounded by verdant mountains, is now a sensation and an excellent place for hikers of all ages. Ella offers a variety of activities, such as hiking, exploring the countryside, visiting waterfalls and temples, and enjoying stunning scenery. Hotels, bars, and restaurants are available for tourists, and you can still find a hotel of your choice on side streets. Ella Rock is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Sri Lanka. It offers a breathtaking view of Hill Country, and you can hike to the peak for a great experience. Ravana Pool ...

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Ella Rock – hike through highland hamlets By Arundathie Abeysinghe   A jagged peak with an abrupt drop… Spectacular views of Ella Gap and epic vistas of the valley below… Paths through a railway line and bridges… Hike through vegetable plots… Views of trains on the up country line from the summit of the Rock …  Situated about five kilometers from Ella town, this dramatic peak is a popular excursion among local and foreign tourists. Optically interesting Ella Rock is a gorgeous cliff face rising high above Ella. The hike to Ella Rock is approximately a 10 kilometer round trip through mesmerizing woodlands, rubber plantations and verdant tea plantations of Ella, a serene hamlet in Central Highlands. The trek to the Rock can be completed within five hours with one hour for relaxing and basking in the glory of the verdant vistas including photo sessions of spectacular panorama.   According ...

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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.   ...

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