Explore Ella: Misty Highlands, Nine Arches Viaduct & Hiking Peaks

Perched on the southern edge of the central highlands at an elevation of 1,041 metres, Ella is Sri Lanka's premiere mountain sanctuary for trekkers, nature enthusiasts, and train journey connoisseurs.

The world-famous Nine Arches Bridge, built in 1921 entirely of stone brick and cement without steel, provides one of Asia's most photographed railway spectacles as the blue hill-country train rumbles across the lush forest gorge.

Adventure seekers can summit Little Adam's Peak for panoramic views across the Ella Gap, undertake the challenging hike up Ella Rock, ride the Flying Ravana mega zipline, swim in the natural cascades of Ravana Falls, and unwind in chilled bohemian cafes lining the hillside village.