Hakgala Botanical Garden, Botanical garden in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
The 28-hectare garden extends across terraced landscapes facing the Uva valley, bordered by dense forests and the towering Hakgala rock reaching 2200 meters.
The garden originated in 1861 under George Henry Kendrick Thwaites's direction for Cinchona cultivation experiments before transitioning into a structured botanical space in 1884.
The location holds significance in Hindu mythology as the Ashok Vatika, where King Ravana reportedly held Sita captive according to the Ramayana epic.
The garden remains open daily from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with peak flowering season occurring between April and August when roses display full blooms.
At 1745 meters above sea level, the garden maintains a collection of over 10,000 plant species, including indigenous montane vegetation and introduced subtropical specimens.
Inception: 1861
GPS coordinates: 6.91667,80.76670
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:31
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