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Travel Guide of Bandarawela in Sri Lanka by Influencers and Travelers


Bandarawela is the second largest town in the Badulla District which is 28 km away from Badulla. Bandarawela is 200 km away from Colombo and about 125 km away from Kandy, the two capital cities of Sri Lanka.


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1 - Ella

   8 km away

Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka governed by an Urban Council. It is approximately 200 kilometres east of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 1,041 metres above sea level.

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2 - Diyathalawa

Diyatalawa is a former garrison town in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, in the Badulla District of Uva Province. It is situated at an altitude of 1,499 m and has become a popular destination for local holiday makers.

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3 - Trekking | Ella, Sri Lanka

   7 km away

Rappel Dowa Waterfalls and Challenge Your Limits.Descend along with a down flowing strain of water, with the challenge and the risk. Dont miss out on this unforgettable experience.

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4 - Ravana Falls

   8 km away

Ravana Falls is a popular sightseeing attraction in Sri Lanka. It currently ranks as one of the widest falls in the country.

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5 - Little Adam's Peak

   8 km away
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6 - Hiking | Ella, Sri Lanka

   7 km away

Experience the beauty of Sri Lanka with a 2-day tour from Ella. Visit the stunning Diyaluma Falls, hike to Lipton's Seat, explore Horton Plains with World’s End, and enjoy a scenic train ride.

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7 - Ravana's Cave

   7 km away
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8 - Ohiya

   17 km away

Ohiya is a rural village located in Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka. It is much closer to the Horton Plains National Park. The picturesque Colombo -Badulla Railway runs through Ohiya. Ohiya is in the Welimada Divisional Secretariat Division and the Grama Niladhari Division number is 62A. Ohiya is one of the most scenic places in Sri Lanka. On a clear day the view from the Ohiya Gap/Dondra Watch extends up to the southern coast of Sri Lanka.

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9 - Birdwatching | Ella, Sri Lanka

   7 km away

You 2 can book Yala National park safari from Us. And we offer private jeep only for you. (not shared jeep) We pick u from Ella hotel and after the safari drop off at same location via our Vehicle.

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10 - Bambarakanda Falls

   18 km away

Bambarakanda Falls is the tallest waterfall in Sri Lanka. With a height of 263 m, it ranks as the 461st highest waterfall in the world. Situated in Kalupahana in the Badulla District, this waterfall is 5 km away from the A4 Highway. The waterfall was formed by Kuda Oya, which is a tributary of the Walawe River. The Bambarakanda Falls can be found in a forest of pine trees.

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11 - Horton Plains National Park

   21 km away

Horton Plains National Park is a national park in the central highlands of Sri Lanka that was designated in 1988. It is located at an elevation of 2,100–2,300 m and encompasses montane grassland and cloud forest.

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12 - Sightseeing | Ella, Sri Lanka

   7 km away

Enjoy a scenic train journey from Kandy to Ella or Nuwara Eliya on 1st class Reserved Seats. Take in views of tea estates, looming mountains, viaducts, and roaring waterfalls.

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13 - Baker's Falls

   22 km away

Baker's Falls is a famous waterfall in Sri Lanka. It is located in the Horton Plains National Park, on a tributary of the Belihul Oya. The height of the Baker's waterfalls is 20 metres. The falls were named after British explorer and big game hunter, Sir Samuel Baker. Many Rhododendron and Fern bushes can be seen around the waterfall.

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14 - Dunhinda Falls

   22 km away

Dunhinda Falls is a waterfall located about 5 kilometres from Badulla in the lower central hills of Sri Lanka. The waterfall, which is 64 metres high, gets its name from the smoky dew drops spray, which surrounds the area at the foot of the waterfall.

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15 - Nuwara Eliya

   27 km away

Nuwara Eliya is a city in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. Its name means "city on the plain" or "city of light". The city is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. It is at an altitude of 1,868 m and is considered to be the most important location for tea production in Sri Lanka. The city is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya is known for its temperate, cool climate – the coolest area in Sri Lanka.

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