Horton Plains National Park - Wikipedia
Horton Plains National Park (Sinhala: හෝර්ටන් තැන්න ජාතික උද්යානය, romanized: Hortan Thanna Jathika Udyanaya) is a national park in the central highlands of Sri Lanka that was designated in 1988.
Horton Plains National Park | Sri Lankan Safari
This protected area situated in the southern plateau of the central highlands of Sri Lanka was formerly called ‘Maha-Eliya Tenna’ (The great open plains) until it was renamed ‘Horton Plains’ after the British Governor of Ceylon Sir Robert Wilmot Horton (1831-1837).
Horton Plains National Park | The Hill Country, Sri Lanka
Horton Plains is a beautiful, stark world with excellent hikes in the shadows of Sri Lanka’s second- and third-highest mountains, Kirigalpotta (2395m) and Totapola (2357m). The ‘plains’ form an undulating plateau over 2000m high, covered by wild grasslands and interspersed with patches of thick forest, rocky outcrops, filigree waterfalls ...
Horton Plains National Park: How to Reach, Timings & Attractions
2024年10月24日 · Horton Plains National Park which stretches around 31 square kilometres is among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka. The park’s unique biodiversity and breath-taking landscapes make it among the popular tourist attractions in Sri Lanka.
The Handy Horton Plains National Park Guide For Trippers
2021年5月18日 · One of the most beautiful World Heritage Sites in the world is definitely the Horton Plains National Park in Sri Lanka. The park is spread over the two highest mountains in the area called Kirigalpotta and Totapola.
Horton Plains National Park - Sri Lankan Guide
Horton Plains National Park is a highland plateau situated at an elevation of over 2,100 meters (6,900 feet) above sea level. Its unique topography, featuring rolling grasslands, dense forests, and dramatic escarpments, sets it apart from other national parks in Sri Lanka.
Complete Guide on Horton Plains National Park
2020年10月30日 · Among the protected areas of Sri Lanka, the Horton Plains ranks among the most popular for the breathtaking view of its World’s End. As an important watershed on the island of Sri Lanka, this national park is crossed by almost all its rivers.
Horton Plains National Park | Explore Sri Lanka
2020年7月28日 · Situated in the central highlands, Horton Plains National Park has the highest altitude among all the national parks in Sri Lanka. It is 2,100–2,300 metres (6,900–7,500 ft). It belongs to Nuwara Eliya District, Central Province. And it …
Horton plains National park , The Cloud forest - Travel Sri Lanka
2022年1月14日 · Horton plains national park in Sri Lanka is home to some of the most unique and beautiful wildlife on the planet. From the majestic elephants to the tiny leopards, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Horton Plains National Park - Nature Trails
Horton Plains is home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna, many of which are endemic to Sri Lanka. The park’s cool climate, combined with its unique natural beauty, makes it a must-visit destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.