Experiences
Positioned between Haputale and Ohiya, Idalgashinna Railway Station is one of Sri Lanka’s highest and most scenic stations. Established in the early 20th century, it is part of the Colombo-Badulla line, celebrated for its engineering marvels, tunnels, viaducts, and curves through the highlands. Visitors can enjoy a scenic trail along the 8-km railway to Ohiya, passing lush forests, rolling landscapes, and breathtaking vistas, offering a truly memorable highland experience.
FAQs
The station sits at approximately 1,070 meters above sea level, offering cool highland air and scenic vistas.
It was built in the early 20th century as part of the Colombo-Badulla railway line.
The line features tunnels, viaducts, and curves, navigating challenging terrain with breathtaking highland views.
Lush tea plantations, rolling hills, distant mountains, and rural highland life surround the station.
The railway stretch from Idalgashinna to Ohiya is about 8 km, offering unforgettable scenery along the way.
