A most picturesque place to visit in Sri Lanka.
Kelebokka | A bike ride to a most picturesque place in Mathale , Sri Lanka .
If you love hiking do not miss this place.Location and details:
Kelebokka is an estate belonging to the Sri Lanka State Plantation Cooperation. Kelebokka 360º viewpoint is situated in the upper division of the estate bordering the Knuckles mountain range. The viewpoint offers a panoramic view of the surrounding. The place is situated 1350m above sea level.
The village
There is just one small village where estate Tamil workers live between the entrance and the viewpoint. Currently, the village is almost deserted due to the immense hardships they have to face. A larger portion of the tea estate also seem to have been abandoned. The road is unattended. There is a large abandoned Kovil in a corner of the village. (Watch the video above)
It takes about two hours to hike to the viewpoint. As there is no kiosk on the way, make sure to take your needs with you.
The narrow path leading to the view point is not suitable for car drive. The video above tells you all about the path and the viewpoint. The effort you make to reach the viewpoint is a worthy one. It is a thrilling experience at the end of the day.
With Knuckles in the background the whole visit paints an indelible picture.
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