‘Udarata Menike’ (උඩරට මැණිකේ) train trip, Sri Lanka
Nanu Oya railway station
Udarata Menike (Sinhala: උඩරට මැණිකේ, Hill Country Maiden) is a daytime passenger train that runs between Colombo and Badulla in Sri Lanka.
The journey is spectacular
The Udarata Menike travels through the hill country.
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Between Balana and Kadugannawa, the track clings to the side of sheer cliffs, offering passengers spectacular views of Batalegala (‘Bible’ Rock). The train then continues its climb through the scenic tea country, connecting busy local market centers at Gampola, Nawalapitiya, and Hatton before reaching Nanu-Oya. This is the connection to the former colonial resort of Nuwara Eliya, still popular for its temperate climate, classic hotels, and British-style gardens.
Our journey was foggy but still very beautiful
The Udarata Menika continues its ascent to the summit at Pattipola, 1897 meters (6,226 feet) above sea level, before descending past Bandarawela to Badulla Terminus. In the upcountry, passengers are rewarded with views of tea gardens, mountains and valleys, cascading torrents and waterfalls.
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