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Shanthipura in Nuwara Eliya
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About Shanthipura in Nuwara Eliya
Shanthipura is considered to be the highest village in the North East region of Sri Lanka and can be accessed from the Nuwara Eliya Kandy road. Situated on an altitude of 7339 ft on the stunning Kikiliyamana Mountain road from Nuwara Eliya and at the bottom of a hill, Shanthipura is a little village gives a panoramic view of the serene blue hills, and the lake adjacent to the valley, gradually again ascending with the lush tea bushes.
History of Shanthipura Village
The Shanthipura village came into existence in 1963, when T William Fernando, the mayor of Nuwara Eliya indulged in his obsession with starting villages. While his attempts failed overall, he did establish this village along with 17 other villages, leaving his memorable mark in history.
Places to visit in Shanthipura
Shanthipura is known to have an average steppe climate. There is a mild rainfall annually.On reaching this village, one can get to see almost 360-degree sweeping views are possible from this peak location in Shanthipura, while getting greeted by the beautiful Buddhist pagoda, surrounded by the houses of the villagers in different altitudes, which makes the tallest place showcase the centerpiece of the village.
One can also experience the lifestyle of the beautiful Shanthipura village and the unique methods used by the locals to farm on the slopes. Shanthipura View point offers some of the most stunning views around that are picture-perfect for any kind of scenery image that you’re looking forward to. It is also advised that you book the tickets well in advance for the Shanthipura View point, Nuwara Eliya in order to enjoy a smooth sightseeing.
On reaching the village, those who come to visit the village can gain a spectacular view of various other peaks and areas surrounding like that of encircling views of the town of Nuwara Eliya. You can see Kikiliyamana, Pidurutalagala, Hakgala Mountain, Gregory’s Lake, Adam’s Peak, and town of Nuwara Eliya from this viewpoint. There is a charming view from the observation deck that you must watch and this is a must have experience for every visitor.
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Situated next to Nuwara Eliya Post Office, the lush green Victoria Park in Nuwara Eliya is a great place to spend a lovely evening in the city. Victoria Park Nuwara Eliya was officially named so in 1897 as it commemorated Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. Once it was used by Hakgala Botanical Garden as its research field, b...
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Lake Gregory Park in Nuwara Eliya
Located in Nuwara Eliya, Lake Gregory was constructed in the year 1873. Also known by the name Gregory Lake, it is a wetland converted into a beautiful lake. Used for recreational purposes, the lake is visited by large number of tourists every year. The lake is located in the heart of the city. And has now converted into a ...
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Lover’s Leap Waterfall in Nuwara Eliya
Located in Nuwara Eliya in Sri Lanka, the Lover’s Leap Waterfall is a beautiful place to visit. One can have wonderful views of the city as well as the tea plantations from here. You will be left totally mesmerized by the place. A hiking trip to this small place will add a lot more excitement to your trip. One can take a wa...
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Glen Falls in Nuwara Eliya
Glen Falls originate from the northern side of Single Tree Hill in Nuwara Eliya which is located at an altitude of 2,070 m. It is the second largest waterfall in Nuwara Eliya. It is situated at a walking distance from the city centre. The perennial waterfall cascades down rocks from a towering height of 60-70 m. The perenni...
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Pidurutalagala in Nuwara Eliya
Also called Mount Pedro, Pidurutalagala is the tallest peak of Sri Lanka. The Pidurutalagala height is 2,524 m. It is easily distinguishable from almost all the areas in Central Province. The Government of Sri Lanka and armed forces have built their communications array on the top of the peak. The communications array contr...
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Things To Do In Nuwara Eliya
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View AllShanthipura View Point in Nuwara Eliya
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Nuwara Eliya Golf Club in Nuwara Eliya
The Nuwara Eliya Golf Club is situated in Nuwara Eliya and from the region of Gregory Lake it is within the distance of 2.8 km. This Club was founded in 1889 and is amongst the oldest clubs for golf in Asia. If you are fond of golf history, Nuwara Eliya Golf Club will provide you a once in a lifetime experience. After the R...
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Sri Pada in Nuwara Eliya
Adam’s Peak alias Sri Pada is the popular mountain peak located in Sri Lanka at a height of 7,359 feet above the sea level.
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FAQ's of Nuwara Eliya
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What kind of clothes should be preferred while visiting Shanthipura?
Warm clothes should be kept along with as it gets cold here at Shanthipura. Also, raincoat should be carried along as it rains quite unexpectedly.
What are the nearby attractions in and around Shanthipura in Nuwara Eliya?
Pidurutalagala, Kikiliyamana, Adam’s Peak, Gregory’s Lake and Hakgala Mountain are a few attractions nearby.
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