hiking in Ella

After the rains keeping us from doing some hiking we finally got a beautiful day.  We spent 3 days in Ella. the final 2 days were at Misty Hills Resort.

A view from from our room.  The name 'Misty Hills fits the view for this day.

heading out on our hike to Ella Rock.  Another way of getting around for us and the locals is via the railway tracks.  Everyone uses them as an easy route.

A morning view of Ella Rock where we hiked.

It took us about 2.5 hours to reach the summit and when we arrived an elderly local man was making tea for anyone wanting a cup.

Taking a rest before the walk back down and a hot shower. The vehicles in Sri Lanka- buses, trucks ... are painted and look like they are from the '60 's .

The inside of the buses are just as wild along with flashing coloured lights and all kinds of hanging icons as well as shag carpeting on some of the seats.  Austen Powers would love it.