Agoda highlights Nuwara Eliya among Asia’s top hill station getaways

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• Visitors are drawn to its picturesque tea estates, serene lakes, misty hills and well-preserved colonial charm, offering both relaxation and outdoor adventure
• Agoda aims to make such destinations more accessible through attractive travel deals 

Digital travel platform Agoda has spotlighted Sri Lanka’s Nuwara Eliya as one of Asia’s must-visit hill stations, promoting the destination as a refreshing escape for travellers seeking cool climates, scenic landscapes and tranquil surroundings.

In a new travel feature encouraging tourists to explore Asia’s enchanting highland retreats, Agoda lists Nuwara Eliya alongside renowned destinations such as Shimla in India, Cameron Highlands in Malaysia and Sapa in Vietnam.  

Often referred to as “Little England,” Nuwara Eliya is celebrated for its sprawling tea plantations, colonial-era architecture and refreshing mountain climate, making it one of Sri Lanka’s most popular travel destinations. Visitors are drawn to its picturesque tea estates, serene lakes, misty hills and well-preserved colonial charm, offering both relaxation and outdoor adventure.  

Agoda notes that hill stations across Asia continue to attract travellers looking to escape busy city life, with destinations offering scenic beauty, cultural experiences and cooler weather throughout the year.  

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President of Supply at Agoda, said hill stations provide travellers with both tranquility and adventure, adding that Agoda aims to make such destinations more accessible through attractive travel deals.