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Nuwara Eliya is a famous tourist destination in Sri Lanka. This is about 7 best things to do in Nuwara Eliya. If you are making plans for a holiday in Sri Lanka, it will be a great loss to have missed Nuwara Eliya.

07 Best things to do in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Culture & Heritage

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The city of Anuradhapura is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been the center of Theravada Buddhism for several centuries. It is located 205 km north of Colombo (current capital city of Sri Lanka) in Sri Lanka’s North Central Province. Standing on the banks of the historic Malvathu Oya, this city is an ancient city in the world. It has been continuously colonized by different rulers. Plus, it is a famous city for its storied remnants of ancient Sri Lankan civilization.

Anuradhapura Travel Guide: The Complete Guide for Travel

Beach Holidays

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Arugam Bay in Sri Lanka is regarded as an oasis of peace and tranquility. This is a small land with a population of only 3500 people.

Arugam Bay Travel Guide: The Complete Guide

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Batticaloa, or simply Batti, is a historic city in Sri Lanka. The city is surrounded by marvelous lagoons and palm trees. People called this city ‘the land of the singing fish.’ Batticaloa, the former capital of Sri Lanka, is located in the east coast region, which is 69 miles south-east of Trincomalee. 

Batticaloa Travel Guide: The Complete Guide

Travel Tips

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Colombo is the capital city of Sri Lanka, and it is the most popular city as well. The name of the city (Colombo) was first given by the Portuguese in 1505.

Colombo Travel Guide: The Complete Guide

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Dambulla is a large city that is located in the Matale District, Central Province of Sri Lanka. The city resides 148 km north-east of Colombo and 72 km north of Kandy. Dambulla belongs to the Cultural Triangle, which was declared by UNESCO, and it happens to be on the main road from Sigiriya to Kandy. Also, it is 19 km away from Sigiriya.

Dambulla Travel Guide: The Complete Guide

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We had an incredible trip to beautiful Sri Lanka with Olanka Travels. Heshanie was sweet and helped us book with discounts and upgrades. Charith made it memorable with his entertaining stories and a fun train ride. All arrangements exceeded expectations. Highly recommend Olanka Travels for their excellent, professional, and personal service. Heshanie and Charith did a great job, and we're looking forward to future holidays with them in Sri Lanka.

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Our Sri Lanka honeymoon by Olanka Travels was amazing. Salini, our agent, and Dilan, our driver, ensured a smooth trip. Dilan's expertise and care, especially with wheelchair assistance, made our journey unforgettable. Sri Lanka is beautiful, and we felt safe throughout. Highly recommend!

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Thanks to Olanka Travels, Ann, and Pavi for an unforgettable journey in Sri Lanka. The warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality, the beauty of the country, and great rates made our trip special. From planning to execution, Olanka's team was fantastic, customizing our itinerary, recommending restaurants and shopping spots. Our driver was excellent, ensuring safe and comfortable travel. We had a wonderful vacation and can't wait to return to this paradise. Kudos to Olanka Travels!

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I truly appreciate your time and recommendations for our family tour in Sri Lanka. Heshanie, a standout member of your team, ensured our trip was tailored to perfection. Her patience, knowledge, and calm manner were invaluable. With staff like Heshanie and our excellent tour guide, we had a fantastic experience. OLANKA TRAVELS is sure to thrive with such dedicated team members.

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Anjali from Olanka Travels put together an amazing 3 week trip that included Kandy, Ella, Tangalle, Galle and a week of safaris in Yala & Udawalawe Parks. Chamod our driver was best ever, Great hotels, wonderful suggestions of places to see and side trips. Anjali was super helpfull in the planning & when we were there. Absolutely recommend and will definitely revisit the amazing country of Sri Lanka & Olanka Travels. Thank you Anjali.

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