Tea Time
Sri Lanka is renowned for its tea production, and its lush tea plantations are a major attraction for tourists. The country’s tea industry began during the British colonial era and has since become a significant contributor to the economy. Visitors to the tea plantations can learn about the history of tea production in Sri Lanka, witness the tea-picking process, and taste some of the world-famous Ceylon tea. The plantations offer breathtaking views of rolling hills covered with tea bushes and are often accompanied by colonial-era bungalows and factories, adding to their charm. A visit to a tea plantation is a must-do experience for anyone traveling to Sri Lanka, offering a unique cultural and scenic experience.
Top Attractions
Lipton Seat
Lipton’s Seat is a popular tourist attraction located in Haputale, Sri Lanka. It is a viewpoint situated atop the Poonagala hill, providing panoramic views of the surrounding tea plantations and rolling hills. The viewpoint is named after Sir Thomas Lipton, a Scottish tea baron who was instrumental in the development of the tea industry in Sri Lanka.
Tea Factory
Sri Lanka is home to numerous tea factories that produce some of the world’s best tea. Visitors can tour these factories and witness the tea-making process, which includes withering, rolling, fermenting, and drying of the leaves. The tours typically end with a tea tasting, allowing visitors to sample some of the delicious teas produced in the factories.
Nuwara Eliya Golf Club
Nuwara Eliya Golf Club is a historic golf course located in the hill town of Nuwara Eliya. Established in 1889, it is one of the oldest golf courses in Asia and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and tea plantations. The course has nine holes and is a must-visit destination for golf enthusiasts visiting Sri Lanka.
The Victoria Golf Club
Designed to USGA standards, at par 73 championship 18-hole course, this Donald steel-designed course is not only challenging with its narrow fairways and rock outcrops but also breathtaking in its beauty. Built adjacent to the Victoria Reservior, it offers tennis, horse riding, hiking on nature trails and resort accomodation to its patron.