Giragama Tea Factory is located in close proximity to the city of Kandy in the central province of Sri Lanka. The Giragama tea factory was established in 1903 and manufactures low grown and long leaf tea. This tea factory which is situated in Pilimatalawa in Kandy is popular for the orthodox tea production. The specialty of orthodox tea leaves is that the integrity of the leaves are maintained, they are not chopped or shredded rather the the processing is done using the wholeness of the leaves.
Spread across a large area, this destination is nothing if not diverse. Choosing a single place to focus your time, that is a true challenge. There are attractions everywhere so be ready to come back another day, and after some time here, that’s exactly what you’ll want to do. Exploring the Area The biggest cities are along the coast.
A perfect city for exploring on foot with a shop around every corner. Much of the inner city can be walked without trouble, however, in parts walking include crowds, uneven streets, heavy traffic, and skinny sidewalks. If that’s a problem, there are plenty of taxi’s to ride in and scooters to rent.
Early History Home to years of history, which stretched far and wide. Due to the characteristic weather, the earliest explorers completely bypassed the area. The first settlement in the area was founded 1770 as a mission community. In addition to the mission, a military fort was built.
Take a look at each of our stunning locations and imagine yourself there: Lakes and Mountains Stay in our four star lakeside accommodation, whether you choose one of our log chalets or a contemporary apartment, you will look over stunning views of the valley.
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