Nuwara Eliya, also called "Little England" is the highest town in Sri Lanka (1868m) and is dominated by Sri Lanka's largest mountain, the Pidurutalagala or Mount Pedro (2524m). The city was founded in colonial times by the Englishman Samuel Baker. Many buildings are still from the colonial period or were built later in the same style.

If you have taken the great train journey through the highlands, get off at Nanu Oya and then take the bus up to Nuwara Eliya, terminus.

Nuwara Eliya is a mecca for golfers, other attractions are Victoria Park with the adjacent Bird Park, and Lake Gregory for boating, fishing or walking. However, a fee is charged for all this. Children love to ride horses. The possibility is offered a few hundred meters below the bus station, somewhat difficult to find. Ask. The price is negotiable.

The St. Francis Xavier church is definitely worth a visit.

Behind the St. Francis Xavier church (a side street to the left of the church) the Franciscan nuns have set up a small shop where you can find delicious homemade jam, chutneys and more. The sale of homemade fruit wines was unfortunately stopped by the government :-(

A tea factory (Pedro Estate) is located not far from the city and can be visited. It is said that the higher the location, the better the tea.

Climate: It is recommended to bring warm clothes, jackets, socks and sturdy shoes, as the temperatures can drop below freezing at night. Possibly also blankets, the hotels often have no heating.