A British Legacy: Nuwara Eliya's Colonial Past
Nuwara Eliya's history is intertwined with British colonialism. Discovered in 1819 by John Davy, it became a popular hill station, transforming from a quiet village to a bustling retreat.
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City Escape: Nuwara Eliya Day Trip
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very nice day trip from Kandy to Nanu Oya
"We had a really good time during our day trip. We started our trip in Kandy where Deshan picked us up from our hotel. We visited the Ambuluwawa Tower which offers great views. Then we went to a tea factory where we also had a tea tasting. On the way we stopped at some waterfalls before making the last stop at the historical post office in Nuwara Eliya. From booking the trip to ending it in Nanu Oya - everything went perfectly well. We would definitely book a trip with Deshan again :) "
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Wonderful day
"We had a great day with Raj, he was very informative, safe driver and pleasant company. Recommend this day trip to anyone who wants to explore the stunning tea fields. "
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Great trip
"We had a great time with Ranil who was an excellent, friendly, knowledgeable and polite guide. Nothing was too much trouble for Ranil and he tailored the trip to our requests. He is a very safe driver and was easy to talk to. We would thoroughly recommend him. "
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We had a wonderful time
"Very spontaneously we arranged the trip with Dushan to Nuwara Eliya. We had a very interesting trip with great conversations. Dushan showed us the most beautiful places and knew his way around really well. Also he was able to explain many things to us regarding the historical development as well as the agricultural background of the area. In the car we felt very safe throughout the entire trip. We'd love to go on more trips with him and can highly recommend it to anyone!"
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Exploring Nuwara Eliya's History: The Legacy of Sir Samuel Baker
Sir Samuel Baker, a British explorer and author, left his mark on Nuwara Eliya. His contributions to the region's development are still visible today.
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