Bandarawela

Bandarawela is a town hidden among the hills with a colonial tint. The soothing cool climate with balmy winds will make one want to linger around making it a popular tourist destination. The beautiful tea plantations from colonial times and large tea factories provide the largest contribution to tea in Sri Lanka. Dunhinda, Diyaluma and Ravana Falls, all pass through Bandarawela. A magnificent view about 10km away from Bandarawela town is the Lipton’s seat. A misty mountain surrounded by tea plantations creates a perfect picture at sunrise. The famous Dowa temple, St. Anthony’s Church and the Adisham bungalow also known as the St.Benedicts Monastery are places that must be visited in Bandarawela.