James Tailor, an Englishman, introduced Tea plantation to Sri Lanka.
He came to Sri Lanka at the age of 15 years and resided at Loolconderu Estate. You can see his log cabin and the first tea plant of Sri Lanka.

A peace Pagoda located on the highest point of Gampola. Gives a panoramic view of the whole Gampola town.

One of the oldest and famous Meditation centres in Sri Lanka.

A Japanese hospital for ailing monks, and a temple with 650 steps