What a ride! Four hours of winding roads, waterfalls, emerald green mountains and hills, picturesque tea plantations, and the most charming little stores along the side of the road. We were heading towards Nuwara Eliya. In my opinion, this was the most beautiful drive taken on this trip. A tiny town suddenly appeared after our long bus ride. The air was cool and wet, and we were tired and hungry. A perfect combination for a great (cheap) dinner together. I could not believe the prices. Dinner for all nine of us was only $12 !!! After dinner, we ran across the street to a small store for candy. The night couldn't end any better, but it did. We arrived at Hakgala Gardens for the night, and the rest house was half descent, no bugs ! (only
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