Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, situated at an elevation of 1,041 metres above sea level. The area has a rich biodiversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Ella is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than surrounding lowlands due to its elevation. The Ella Gap allows breathtaking views across the southern plains of Sri Lanka.
