තොටුපොල කන්ද තරණය (Thotupola Mountain Hike), Horton Plains (2019)
Here we enjoyed the true beauty of Thotupola Kanda on a chilly but wonderful morning. We were the only humans on this trail both ways and it was such a luxury. This is a wonderful nature trail where you can truly enjoy the upcountry montane forest.
Thotupola Kanda, also sometimes referred as the Thotupola Peak or Thotupola Mountain, is the third highest mountain in Sri Lanka situated in Nuwara Eliya district 2,357 m (7,733 ft) above mean sea level.
Mountain is placed within the Horton Plains National Park. About two kilometers long trail is there to the top of the mountain that starts few meters away from the Pattipola entrance to the Horton Plains National Park.
Most part of the mountain surface is covered with shrubs adapted to the cool and windy climate of Horton Plains National Park.
Thotupola Kanda has the meaning of ‘Landing Site’ in Sinhala Language which related to a legend of Rama and Ravana.
According to the legend, long ago in India, Prince Rama and his beautiful wife Sita lived in exile in the jungle. When the sister of powerful Sri Lankan King Ravana's sister once visited the jungle of Rama, she was mistreated. Once she returned home, she complained to her brother King Ravana about this and he swore to take revenge.
Taking his mythical plane, Dandumonara, he flew to India and kidnapped Sita and returned to Sri Lanka. On his way back, he landed first at Thotupola Kanda thus giving it this name.
Source: Wikipedia and others.
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Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make you aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin it. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it.
I also have a very kind and humble request to make. Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in small groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once. Stick to the designated trails or hardback surfaces at all times.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring them back. Please don’t burn them in the wilderness. Even organic/bio-degradable waste is harmful to the nature and animals. Please stick to the simple rule of “if you pack it in, pack it out”.
* Use reusable water bottles, plates and cups. Even paper cups/plates are harmful and take years to decompose.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Respect wildlife and don’t disturb them in anyway. Also be considerate of other trekkers.
* Please collect and bring any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. If you must, only use firewood on the ground and don’t cut any trees for this.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or cut any trees/branches unnecessarily..
* Don’t use soap/ shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they contaminate them and kill wildlife.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Thotupala Mountain Hike | Horton Plains Sri Lanka
Thotupola Kanda, also sometimes referred as the Thotupola Peak or Thotupola Mountain, is the third highest mountain in Sri Lanka situated in Nuwara Eliya district 2,357 m (7,733 ft) above mean sea level. Mountain is placed within the Horton Plains National Park. About two kilometers long trail is there to the top of the mountain that starts few meters away from the Pattipola entrance to the Horton Plains National Park. Most part of the mountain surface is covered with shrubs adapted to the cool and windy climate of Horton Plains National Park.
Further, Thotupola Kanda has the meaning of ‘Landing Site’ in Sinhala language, which related to a legend of Rama and Ravana.
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Thotupala Mountain | Thotupala Kanda | Hike
hotupola Kanda, also sometimes referred as the Thotupola Peak or Thotupola Mountain, is the third highest mountain in Sri Lanka situated in Nuwara Eliya district 2,357 m (7,733 ft) above mean sea level. Mountain is placed within the Horton Plains National Park. About two kilometers long trail is there to the top of the mountain that starts few metres away from the Pattipola entrance to the Horton Plains National Park. Most part of the mountain surface is covered with shrubs adapted to the cool and windy climate of Horton Plains National Park.
Bambarakanda Falls to Ohiya, Sri Lanka
Thotupola kanda
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HORTON PLAINS Sri Lanka's Cloud Forest National Park
Horton plains, Sri Lanka's cloud forest national park. For it's modest 31 square kilometers it contains a remarkable slice of Sri Lanka's Biodiversity. Dozens of plants and animals are found here which are not seen anywhere else. Likewise, three of Sri Lanka's principal rivers have their origins here. The park offers unparalleled scenery and opportunities for trekking through a pristine tropical montane cloud forest. The park contains three treks, two out of it leads to the Kirigalpotta second highest mountain, Thotupola kanda the third highest mountain of Sri Lanka. The other is famous World's End Baker's Fall trek.
Trek to Mahagalkanda Mountain, Gonagaldeniya, Waharaka (2018) – 1 of 3
Mahagalkanda Mountain located at the border between Sabaragamuwa and Western Provinces belong to Kegalle District with an elevation of approximately 370m (1,214 ft).
This is quite famous due to the Mahalgalkanda Communication Towers located on top. Mahagalkanda Rubber Estate is in the surrounding area and one has to travel approximately 4-5km from Gonagaldeniya Junction via Waharaka-Mahagalkanda Road to reach the summit.
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make other human beings aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin this place. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it. However I’ve a very kind and humble request from you all.
Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature (essentially Our Country) not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/reckless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in smaller groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring back if you have to take any with you.
* Don’t litter and even if it’ bio-degradable, please bring it back and dispose of the garbage properly and responsibly. Because no matter what it is, it will still be alien to that environment.
* Use reusable water bottles so that you don’t have to keep buying plastic ones. It’ll not only save you money but will help save nature massively.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Instead savor it.
* Try and bring if you spot any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. The increase usage of firewood leads to more deforestation even at a smaller scale.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or break any plants/branches unnecessarily.
* Don’t walk off the designated footpath.
* Don’t use soap/detergent/shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they’d only lead to the contamination of those pure water sources and elimination of wildlife species.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Pattipola to Ohiya Railway hike, Ella Rock hike
Railway hike Pattipola to Ohiya & Ella rock hike
HQ Trip 1.0 - Rail Hike from Haputhale to Ohiya
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Trek to Adara Kanda aka Lovers’ Mountain aka Paraviyangala, Pambahinna (2018) – 1 of 12
Adara Kanda, Lovers’ Mountain or Mountain of Love when directly translated, is located off Pambahinna, approximately 160km from Colombo.
Climbing Adara Kanda has been a ritual among the newly-joined students of the University of Sabaragamuwa which is also located in Pambahinna and is visible all along the trek to the summit. It’s also believed that couples who’ve fallen in love with each other usually embark on climbing this together as a sign to show each other their love.
There’s something very similar in the Central Province and they’re the University of Peradeniya and Hanthana Mountain. They’re very popular among the university students but nowadays many others including locals and foreigners are quite keen on climbing these mountains.
Adara Kanda is part of a massive mountain range that stretches all the way to Samanala Mountain Range where the sacred summit of Sri Pada is located. This range continues then through Pettigala and Dethanagala in Balangoda, Haagala aka Hawagala and Non-Pareil and Nagrak Division in Belihul Oya, Adara Kanda in Pambahinna and then joins Wangedi Kanda, Balathuduwa and Gon Molliya Range in Kalupahana before merging with the world famous World’s End in Horton Plains.
Adara Kanda is approximately 1540m (5,053 ft) in height and has an elevation gain of over 900m from Colombo-Badulla main road. You can enjoy the surrounding mountains of Hawagala aka Haagala, Non Pareil Estate, Nagrak Division, Gon Molliya Range, Walawe Basin, Sabaragamuwa University & Pambahinna Town, Samanalawewa Reservoir and many others on the way to the summit.
Increase in irresponsible trekking has caused so much damage to the environment around Adara Kanda just like all the other places in Sri Lanka. Therefore, you’re kindly requested to follow the below methods when travelling into sensitive environmental areas such as Adara Kanda.
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make other human beings aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin this place. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it. However I’ve a very kind and humble request from you all.
Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature (essentially Our Country) not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/reckless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in smaller groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring back if you have to take any with you.
* Don’t litter and even if it’ bio-degradable, please bring it back and dispose of the garbage properly and responsibly. Because no matter what it is, it will still be alien to that environment.
* Use reusable water bottles so that you don’t have to keep buying plastic ones. It’ll not only save you money but will help save nature massively.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Instead savor it.
* Try and bring if you spot any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. The increase usage of firewood leads to more deforestation even at a smaller scale.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or break any plants/branches unnecessarily.
* Don’t walk off the designated footpath.
* Don’t use soap/detergent/shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they’d only lead to the contamination of those pure water sources and elimination of wildlife species.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Pilkington Point, Poonagala (2018) - 3 of 3
The Pilkington Point is a panoramic view point situated 1400m (4600ft) above sea level off Koslanda-Poonagala-Bandarawela Road.
The view point is named after Sir George Pilkington, first Managing Director of Poonagala Valley Co. Ltd in 1898, who used this location to scan the vast tea estate of Poonagala in late 1800’s.
On a clear day, you can see the districts of Monaragala, Hambanthota, Rathnapura and a part of Ampara. Three Light Houses, Tissa Tank, Uma Oya Project, etc. can also be seen from this point.
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make other human beings aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin this place. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it. However I’ve a very kind and humble request from you all.
Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature (essentially Our Country) not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/reckless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in smaller groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring back if you have to take any with you.
* Don’t litter and even if it’ bio-degradable, please bring it back and dispose of the garbage properly and responsibly. Because no matter what it is, it will still be alien to that environment.
* Use reusable water bottles so that you don’t have to keep buying plastic ones. It’ll not only save you money but will help save nature massively.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Instead savor it.
* Try and bring if you spot any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. The increase usage of firewood leads to more deforestation even at a smaller scale.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or break any plants/branches unnecessarily.
* Don’t walk off the designated footpath.
* Don’t use soap/detergent/shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they’d only lead to the contamination of those pure water sources and elimination of wildlife species.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Millennium Point, Poonagala (2018) - 3 of 4
The Millennium Point is located very close to the famous Pilkington Point about 3km away. This too is a panoramic view point situated close to 1700m (5500ft) above sea level off Koslanda-Poonagala-Bandarawela Road.
On a clear day, you can see the areas of Wellawaya, Haputhale, Ella, etc. Unlike at Pilkington Point, here it offers more wide angle and you can even say up to 360-degree view. However the threat of roaming elephants is very high and they're a frequent sight throughout the year.
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make other human beings aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin this place. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it. However I’ve a very kind and humble request from you all.
Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature (essentially Our Country) not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/reckless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in smaller groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring back if you have to take any with you.
* Don’t litter and even if it’ bio-degradable, please bring it back and dispose of the garbage properly and responsibly. Because no matter what it is, it will still be alien to that environment.
* Use reusable water bottles so that you don’t have to keep buying plastic ones. It’ll not only save you money but will help save nature massively.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Instead savor it.
* Try and bring if you spot any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. The increase usage of firewood leads to more deforestation even at a smaller scale.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or break any plants/branches unnecessarily.
* Don’t walk off the designated footpath.
* Don’t use soap/detergent/shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they’d only lead to the contamination of those pure water sources and elimination of wildlife species.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Millennium Point, Poonagala (2018) - 4 of 4
The Millennium Point is located very close to the famous Pilkington Point about 3km away. This too is a panoramic view point situated close to 1700m (5500ft) above sea level off Koslanda-Poonagala-Bandarawela Road.
On a clear day, you can see the areas of Wellawaya, Haputhale, Ella, etc. Unlike at Pilkington Point, here it offers more wide angle and you can even say up to 360-degree view. However the threat of roaming elephants is very high and they're a frequent sight throughout the year.
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make other human beings aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin this place. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it. However I’ve a very kind and humble request from you all.
Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature (essentially Our Country) not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/reckless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in smaller groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring back if you have to take any with you.
* Don’t litter and even if it’ bio-degradable, please bring it back and dispose of the garbage properly and responsibly. Because no matter what it is, it will still be alien to that environment.
* Use reusable water bottles so that you don’t have to keep buying plastic ones. It’ll not only save you money but will help save nature massively.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Instead savor it.
* Try and bring if you spot any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. The increase usage of firewood leads to more deforestation even at a smaller scale.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or break any plants/branches unnecessarily.
* Don’t walk off the designated footpath.
* Don’t use soap/detergent/shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they’d only lead to the contamination of those pure water sources and elimination of wildlife species.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Rail Hike from Ohiya to Idalgashinna (2018) - 7 of 12
This is probably the most sought-after rail hike in Sri Lanka.
The total length of the distance between these two beautiful stations, Ohiya and Idalgashinna, is approximately 9km.
Idalgashinna is probably the most loved and photographed railway station in Sri Lanka with Ohiya is following close behind. Out of all the rail hikes I've done in Sri Lankan Upcountry Railway Line, this trek is the best of all closely followed by the stretch between Kadugannawa and Rambukkana.
Most significant thing between Ohiya and Idalgashinna is that there are 14 Tunnels in this small stretch of 9km making this is the most dense in terms of railway tunnels in the world.
Tunnel No. 22 to No. 35 are located in this stretch and in many places, tunnels are located so close to each other where you can see one tunnel from the other. This is also one of the treks where I managed to fulfill one of my dreams of photographing and videoing a train coming out of a tunnel and seen from the top of it.
Here we are trekking on the way from Ohiya passing Tunnels 22, 23 and 24. There was also a grave called Unknown Grave with a cross. It's probably an English/Scottish Engineer who'd died during the railway line build up.
We arrived at Tunnel 26 and 27 who are located close to each other. Tunnel 26 has this perfect circular shape and also known as Pumpkin Tunnel.
It must be noted that trekking in the railway line without permission is illegal and can be prosecuted those who do so. Therefore do seek permission from the authorities at all times before attempting any such trek.
Can I also request all train passengers who would watch this not to throw garbage such as plastic bottles, polythene bags, plastic cups and any other garbage, be it degradable or not, out of the train as they pollute this beautiful and pristine landscapes of our country?
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make other human beings aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin this place. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it. However I’ve a very kind and humble request from you all.
Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature (essentially Our Country) not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/reckless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in smaller groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring back if you have to take any with you.
* Don’t litter and even if it’ bio-degradable, please bring it back and dispose of the garbage properly and responsibly. Because no matter what it is, it will still be alien to that environment.
* Use reusable water bottles so that you don’t have to keep buying plastic ones. It’ll not only save you money but will help save nature massively.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Instead savor it.
* Try and bring if you spot any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. The increase usage of firewood leads to more deforestation even at a smaller scale.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or break any plants/branches unnecessarily.
* Don’t walk off the designated footpath.
* Don’t use soap/detergent/shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they’d only lead to the contamination of those pure water sources and elimination of wildlife species.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Journey to the world's End - part 02 (Hortain Plains - Sri Lanka)
This is a Documentery type Movie which we done in Hortain Plains Sri Lanka.
We travel Pattipola to Hortain Plains & to worlds End by foot and also enjoyed a great camping experiance in Hortain Plains Camping Sites.
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2014-01-13,14,15.
Off Seaon Hike to Sri Pada Mountain via Erathna Trail (2015) – 1 of 32
This is my first-ever off-season hike to the Most Sacred Sri Pada Mountain. We took the longest of the 6 routes available, Kuruwita-Erathna Trail which is more than 12km in length through the Sri Pada Forest Reserve.
The trail was full of the Elephant dung but as the folklore rightly put it, this is the Gods’ Country (“Deyyange Adawiya” in Sinhala) and so long as you stay in good spirits and away from evil things, you will be protected.
This is the Jambola Gaha Yata Ambalama, the fist of resting places on the trails.
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make other human beings aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin this place. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it. However I’ve a very kind and humble request from you all.
Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature (essentially Our Country) not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/reckless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in smaller groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring back if you have to take any with you.
* Don’t litter and even if it’ bio-degradable, please bring it back and dispose of the garbage properly and responsibly. Because no matter what it is, it will still be alien to that environment.
* Use reusable water bottles so that you don’t have to keep buying plastic ones. It’ll not only save you money but will help save nature massively.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Instead savor it.
* Try and bring if you spot any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. The increase usage of firewood leads to more deforestation even at a smaller scale.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or break any plants/branches unnecessarily.
* Don’t walk off the designated footpath.
* Don’t use soap/detergent/shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they’d only lead to the contamination of those pure water sources and elimination of wildlife species.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Horton Plains
Hiked to the Thotupola Kanda(Mountain) and took the World's End circular trail on the same day.
The video was shot using a Samsung Galaxy S Plus (GT-I9001)
Trek to the Idalgashinna Mountain Range (2018) - 1 of 10
Idalgashinna is a very popular destination among the travelers both local and foreigners alike. Railway Station in Idalgashinna is the main attraction and considered by many people as one of the (if not the most) beautiful stations in Sri Lanka.
Dwarfed by the beauty and importance of station is the Idalgashinna Mountain facing the station and has become a popular trek since recently.
However, Idalgashinna boasts not just a mountain but a range. In this journey we climbed to the top of the entire mountain range having trekked around 12-14km in total. We gained around 800ft in elevation crossing the 6000ft mark.
***This video is protected by YouTube and International Copyright Laws. Reproduction, redistribution and reuse in any form without prior written permission is strictly prohibited.
Copyright © 2018 Sri Abeywickrema. All rights reserved.***
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make you aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin it. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it.
I also have a very kind and humble request to make. Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in small groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once. Stick to the designated trails or hardback surfaces at all times.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring them back. Please don’t burn them in the wilderness. Even organic/bio-degradable waste is harmful to the nature and animals. Please stick to the simple rule of “if you pack it in, pack it out”.
* Use reusable water bottles, plates and cups. Even paper cups/plates are harmful and take years to decompose.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Respect wildlife and don’t disturb them in anyway. Also be considerate of other trekkers.
* Please collect and bring any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. If you must, only use firewood on the ground and don’t cut any trees for this.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or cut any trees/branches unnecessarily..
* Don’t use soap/ shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they contaminate them and kill wildlife.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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Rail Hike from Ohiya to Idalgashinna (2018) - 8 of 12
This is probably the most sought-after rail hike in Sri Lanka.
The total length of the distance between these two beautiful stations, Ohiya and Idalgashinna, is approximately 9km.
Idalgashinna is probably the most loved and photographed railway station in Sri Lanka with Ohiya is following close behind. Out of all the rail hikes I've done in Sri Lankan Upcountry Railway Line, this trek is the best of all closely followed by the stretch between Kadugannawa and Rambukkana.
Most significant thing between Ohiya and Idalgashinna is that there are 14 Tunnels in this small stretch of 9km making this is the most dense in terms of railway tunnels in the world.
Tunnel No. 22 to No. 35 are located in this stretch and in many places, tunnels are located so close to each other where you can see one tunnel from the other. This is also one of the treks where I managed to fulfill one of my dreams of photographing and videoing a train coming out of a tunnel and seen from the top of it.
Here I'm after crossing the Tunnel 27 which turned out to be longer than we anticipated.
It must be noted that trekking in the railway line without permission is illegal and can be prosecuted those who do so. Therefore do seek permission from the authorities at all times before attempting any such trek.
Can I also request all train passengers who would watch this not to throw garbage such as plastic bottles, polythene bags, plastic cups and any other garbage, be it degradable or not, out of the train as they pollute this beautiful and pristine landscapes of our country?
Special Note for the Viewers:
I’ve done this video to make other human beings aware of the beauty of this place and please don’t misuse this information in order to ruin this place. I’ve spent so much of time/money bringing this to you so that you may enjoy it. However I’ve a very kind and humble request from you all.
Should you ever visit this place, you’re kindly requested to adhere to the following in order to save our Mother Nature (essentially Our Country) not only for the future generations but for the current one as well:
* Avoid careless/reckless/irresponsible/money-oriented/mega tour groups or organizers.
* Travel in smaller groups as Mother Nature can’t afford so many footprints at once.
* Minimize the use of polythene/plastic and do bring back if you have to take any with you.
* Don’t litter and even if it’ bio-degradable, please bring it back and dispose of the garbage properly and responsibly. Because no matter what it is, it will still be alien to that environment.
* Use reusable water bottles so that you don’t have to keep buying plastic ones. It’ll not only save you money but will help save nature massively.
* Remain quiet and vigilant. Don’t disturb the tranquility of the nature. Instead savor it.
* Try and bring if you spot any litter/garbage left behind by other careless travellers.
* Don’t light fires unnecessarily and do try to use portable cookers instead of using firewood when camping. The increase usage of firewood leads to more deforestation even at a smaller scale.
* Don’t bring any plants back with you or break any plants/branches unnecessarily.
* Don’t walk off the designated footpath.
* Don’t use soap/detergent/shampoo when bathing in natural streams as they’d only lead to the contamination of those pure water sources and elimination of wildlife species.
* Don’t do anything that harms the Mother Nature.
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