Experience the Sri Lankan train through the highland tea plantations! Hang off the train and enjoy the freedom of the wind

Experience the Sri Lankan train through the highland tea plantations! Hang off the train and enjoy the freedom of the wind. Sri Lanka boasts incredibly beautiful train routes. Train travel is one of the must-do activities in Sri Lanka, featuring some of the world's most scenic highland railways. Traverse through highland tea plantations, delve into dense forests, and revel in the freedom of the wind. - I took the highland train from OHIYA to ELLA. It was a journey reminiscent of an adventure in the Emerald City. The train weaves through mountains at an altitude of around two thousand meters. The blue train stands out against the greenery of the mountains, forests, and waterfalls... And there are vast expanses of lush green tea plantations. One of the most important stops is the Nine Arch Bridge, which has a history of over 200 years. Because it is perpendicularly situated above the high mountain cliffs, it is also known as the Bridge in the Sky. Not only can trains pass over the Nine Arch Bridge, but people can also walk on it. You can sit on the bridge and wait for the train to arrive for a perfect photo opportunity. The train carriages also have a cultural charm, with locals using this train to travel to different parts of Sri Lanka. Especially since this train heads to the capital, Colombo, many locals take it. - The special feature of the highland train is hanging off the train. Since there is no air conditioning, all doors and windows are open. Many people stretch out of the doors to experience the thrill of the highland train. But be sure to hold on to the handrails tightly, as there is still some danger despite the slow speed of the train. - 🚄 Ticketing Strategy: Station: OHIYA to ELLA Price: 200 rupees per person (very cheap) There are no fixed seats, just like riding a bus, you can sit down when someone gets off. - 📷 Nine Arch Bridge Train Passing Times 💙 Blue Train Passing Time: 9:15am (will stop at Nine Arch Bridge) ♥️ Red Train Passing Time: 9:30am (will stop at Nine Arch Bridge) From the entrance of Nine Arch Bridge to the viewing spot, you need to hike 1.2 kilometers of mountainous trail. It requires climbing up and down the mountain, which is quite strenuous, but you can take a tuk-tuk back and forth for 1500 rupees.