A small town in Badulla District of Uva Province in Sri Lanka and just 8 kilometers from Bandarawela is Ella, which offers you some of the mesmerizing views you could find in Sri Lanka. Due to its elevation, Ella has a cooler climate than its surroundings. The breathtaking views, the hills, the slopes and the surrounded nature are the key attractions of Ella and is considered as a popular base for plenty of trekking expeditions to the surrounding countryside.
Ella has a number of restaurants and lodges and many Ella hotels around the main key attractions and one such place which offers views across the Southern plains of Sri Lanka is 98 Acres Resort & Spa. The area has a very rich bio-diversity dense with uncountable varieties of flora and fauna. The surrounded hills, forests and tea plantations are usually covered with clouds which offer a feeling of heaven.
Some of the key attractions among the many varied and pleasant sceneries of Ella are the Ella Gap which is situated at an Elevation of 3,415 Ft. above the sea level, Ravana Ella Falls, Little Adam’s Peak and Bambaragala Peak. Ella, literally meaning ‘waterfall’ as its name suggests, is associated with one of the best known cascades in the country. The Ravana Ella falls is one of those rare treats for any traveller, with its ideal location alongside a main road. It is ideal to travel by train as it will give you an unforgettable experience of seeing most of the panoramic views of the hill country of Sri Lanka. Ella is no secret destination for many Sri Lankans and those who come in seek of the beauty of this paradise island. Presently it is a highly populated tourist destination. with lot of restaurants and lodges and hotels are there around the main key attractions. Tangerine Tours can find you the best accommodation with the transportation with the most reliable local guides to do trekking and hiking in the Ella area.
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