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Front view of the Nuwara Eliya Post Office clock tower

Nuwara Eliya Post Office – A post office with beautiful surroundings

Nuwara Eliya Post Office – A post office with beautiful surroundings

✈️ Why should you visit Sigiriya?

The Nuwara Eliya Post Office is a charming, red-brick, Tudor-style building and one of Sri Lanka’s oldest post offices, constructed by the British in 1894.
  • Historical Landmark: The Nuwara Eliya Post Office is one of the oldest post offices in Sri Lanka. It was constructed in 1894
  • Tudor-Style Architecture: The building features a classic Tudor Revival architectural style. It is made of red brick. This gives it a unique “Little England” feel.
  • Featured on a Postage Stamp: In 1990, Sri Lanka Post honored the building with its own Rs. 10 stamp. This helped increase the post office’s fame as a tourist attraction.
  • Offers Tourist Accommodation: The former residence of the postmaster on the top floor has been converted into tourist lodging. This allows visitors to stay within the historic building.
  • A Symbol of Colonial Heritage: The post office is an iconic symbol of the country’s colonial past. It reflects the distinctive identity of Nuwara Eliya..

Entity

Government

Entrance

Free

Wheelchair Access

No

Water

Available

Restaurants

Available

Toilets

Available

District: Nuwara Eliya

Reach

Any vehicle

Road Quality

Good

Public Transport

Available

Nuwara Eliya Post Office colonial red brick building
Historic Nuwara Eliya Post Office architecture in Sri Lanka
Red brick Nuwara Eliya Post Office surrounded by gardens
Colonial era post office building in Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka

Guidelines

Preserve the Heritage : Do not lean on or damage wooden structures, old mailboxes, or colonial features of the building. Visiting Hours : Open during regular postal working hours (weekdays 8.30 am–5.00 pm, shorter hours on Saturdays). Closed on Sundays and public holidays. Respect Operations : It is a working post office. Keep noise low and avoid blocking service areas while exploring.