Nuwara Eliya, the capital of Nuwara Eliya district, is an attractive place to visit and is located in central province at an altitude of 6128 feet. It is the coolest place in Sri Lanka.  Landscapes with tea plantations and misty mountains attract anyone who visit Nuwara Eliya.

In April of every year it is difficult to find accommodation in Nuwara Eliya, as sri lankans visit this region for Sinhala and Tamil new year holiday vacation. Any one visiting Nuwara Eliya can see several English style buildings; of which are post office, Grand Hotel, Queen’s Cottage, General’s House.

In month April there are horse racing and motor racing events which attracts Sri Lankan and foreign tourists. Some of the Nuwara Eliya town’s attractions are Lake Gregory and Victoria Park.