Exploring the Horton Plains National Park- A rich biodiversity

Horton Plains are considered to be the second and the third highest of Sri Lanka, and is situated at the central highlands to the west and the north respectively, with an altitude of (6900 ft-7500ft). The World’s end at Horton Plains is the main attraction, with a large number of local and tourists visiting each month, bringing in over a revenue of 20 million. Horton plains is situated from 32 kilometers from Nuwara Eliya and 8 kilometers from Ohiya. One can stay over at one of the best Holiday bungalows Nuwara Eliya , which is the Jetwing Warwick Gardens. This unique and beautiful hotel is nestled on the mountains which are considered to be one of the best tea plantations in the world. This hotel has cozy and classy rooms, where one can experience the local wildlife and community on their nature trials and unique tea plucking experiences.

Horton Plains is rich in bio diversity and many species that are found have an endemic to the region. The plains has many evergreen forests with over 750 species that of plants, believed to be endemic to the park and to Sri Lanka. The Horton Plains is also, an important Bird Area, which contains over 21 species of birds which are unique to Sri Lanka. There are many species of ferns, and orchids, specially 16 kinds of Orchids which are yet again endemic. The Plains has many falls, swamps and streams, with Slab Rock Fall and Baker Falls being two of the most famous falls.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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