Set against a backdrop of thick jungle and tea plantations, Ella’s Nine Arch Bridge is one of Sri Lanka’s most stunning sights. It is an amazing sight to see the classic blue Sri Lankan train passing by slowly over the Bridge through the mist. This is an unique experience that will take you back in time..
The history of Nine Arch Bridge
The Nine Arch Bridge has a fascinating history which was built during the British period. The steel and metal that was allocated to build the Bridge had been used by the British Army during the First World War. Granite Rocks and slabs along with Bricks were used as substitutes to move the project forward. The Nine Arches Bridge stretches to nearly 300 feet at a height of over 75 feet. This is regarded as a Railway Wander and seeing the train spiraling up the hills is a great Site. The Nine Arch Bridge has become one of the most visited attractions in the Country. This is a Photographer`s Paradise with so much verity.
Sri Lanka is no longer seen as just a Beach Holiday Destination. Its verity of Adventure activities have been identified by the Adventurers Travellers and within the past few Years SriLanka has emerged as a Holiday Destination for Adventure.
Hiking and Trekking- Horton Plains, Kirigalpottha and Thotupola Kanda are some great places to
walk and Hike up in the Hills in the cooler Climate, through the Cloud Forests. You get to see some Wildlife unique to these Hills such as Purple- Faced Monkey, Horned Lizard, Samba Deer and a lot of Birds including SriLankan White-Eye and the Black Eagle. The Knuckles Mountain range has so many different Climatic Zones and this isolated range of Majestic Mountains, is a Paradise for Hikers. The Hantana Mountain range, close to Kandy is one of the most isolated, but one of the best hikes in the Country. The range has seven peaks. On a good clear Day, the beautiful city of Kandy can be seen from the first Peak. The Sinharaja Rain Forest is Unique to SriLanka with so many endemic species of Flora and Fauna. This one of the few virgin Rainforests in the Words and has been declared as a Unesco Word Heritage Site.
Ella Rock- This is an amazing climb close to the well-known Nine-Arch Bridge in Ella.
You walk along the Train Track before starting the Hike. Once you get to the top through the Forests and little Villages, you get to see the 180 Degree view of Ella.
Biking – The isolated back roads of SriLanka with stunning Scenery have attracted the
Bikers who sometimes, ride from one end to the other end of the Country. They Cycle through the little Villages and Rice Paddy fields, stop at little local Shops for a Coconut or some local specialities.
Multi-Activities- White Water Rafting, Waterfall sliding, Hot Air Ballooning, Zip lining, Camping,
Surfing, Diving, Snorkelling and Canoeing are some of the popular Activities.
Are you the adventurous type looking for a holiday that encompasses a personal challenge? If so, then the Adams Peak Pilgrimage climb in Sri Lanka maybe something you would want to include on your next tour.
The Adams Peak Pilgrimage season is nearly on us – starting on the Full Moon (Poya) Day in December (12th December 2016) and finishing on the Full Moon (Poya) day in May (10th May 2017).
These Full Moon Poya Days have huge significance for Buddhists – each one is a significant day in the life of Lord Buddha.
Full Moon (Poya) day of December marks the arrival of the Bo tree sapling in Anuradhapura. This sapling was taken from the very tree under which Buddha reached enlightenment.
Full Moon (Poya) day of May celebrates the 3 key events in Lord Buddha’s life – his birthday, enlightenment and passing away.
Sri Lanka’s Hill Country boasts some of the most stunning scenery anywhere on the island. With its striking forest-carpeted hills, lush tea plantations and majestic waterfalls, Sri Lanka’s Hill Country is a must visit during your tour!
There are few better ways to take in the amazing scenery of the Hill Country than taking the famous train ride between Nuwara Eliya and Ella. The meandering train trip winds its way through the lush rolling hills of the tea plantations where you’ll see the many Tamil tea pickers out in the fields. The forest covered mountains form the backdrop, punching through the puffy clouds in the sky. Along the journey you’ll see the stunning natural beauty of this part of the island in all its glory, including her spectacular waterfalls.
Catching the train to or from Pattipola is convenient for visiting another gem of Sri Lanka’s Hill Country – the Hortons Plains. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Horton Plains is a superb place to explore on foot, comprising of grasslands, evergreen forests, marshes and intricate natural water systems. The trek around Horton Plains will typically take three to four hours to complete in its entirety and the highlight and draw for most visitors is the world famous “Worlds End” escarpment that falls for nearly one kilometre to the plains below. The panoramic views from Worlds End are truly stunning.
Nestled away on the forested mountainside of Ritigala is a mysterious monastery, waiting to be uncovered!
Dating back thousands of years, the ruins of the forest monastery of Ritigala are immersed in mystery and legend. The ruins sit on the eastern side of the Ritigala Mountain which is carpeted with lush, dense forest and home to countless species of wildlife.
