Nuwara Eliya District

The district extends across 1,741 square kilometers of mountainous terrain, featuring deep valleys, tea plantations, and numerous cascading waterfalls throughout the region.

The British colonial administration developed this region in the 19th century as a hill station, establishing tea plantations and constructing European-style buildings.

The district population combines Indian Tamils, Sinhalese, and Sri Lankan Tamils, with Hinduism and Buddhism as primary religious practices among residents.

Five Divisional Secretariats manage 491 Grama Niladhari divisions, with transportation links to Colombo through the Nanu Oya railway station.

The region maintains year-round temperatures around 16°C, enabling the cultivation of vegetables and flowers typically found in temperate climates.

Location: Central Province

Capital city: Nuwara Eliya

Website: http://ds.gov.lk/dist_nuwaraeliya/english/index.php

GPS coordinates: 7.00000,80.75000

Latest update: March 23, 2025 23:06