Nuwara Eliya

Sri Lanka 🕒 12:15:31 PM (UTC+5.5 +0530)

Local Highlights

Explore the history, neighborhoods, food, and culture of Nuwara Eliya.

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Mon Feb 23
22°C / 71°F
Low: 17°C / 63°F
Tue Feb 24
22°C / 72°F
Low: 18°C / 64°F
Wed Feb 25
21°C / 70°F
Low: 17°C / 63°F

📊 Core Metrics

Rent (1BD)
$200
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
5.0
Out of 10
Internet
25
Mbps Avg
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic estimates.
Safety: Aggregated from national crime statistics and State Department advisory levels.
Note: Prices are estimates only and may vary by neighborhood.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population27,500
  • RegionCentral Province
  • ClimateTropical
  • Elevation1,868 m

🛂 Immigration & Visas

Tourist Stay: 90 Days (Extensions Possible)
Tourist visas can be extended. Extensions are handled by the Department of Immigration & Emigration in Colombo.

Residence Visa
Residence visas are issued to foreign nationals intending to reside in Sri Lanka for purposes such as employment, investment, or other approved reasons. Eligibility and requirements vary depending on the specific category.
🕒 Validity: 12 Mo
Citizenship Path: Eligible after 5 years of residency. (Dual Citizenship Allowed)

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)50.51 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)17.39 USD

Transportation

  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)0.42 USD
  • Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff)0.62 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)0.97 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)1.04 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)48543.69 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)37823.62 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)3.88 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant4.69 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)24.27 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)8.09 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint)2.27 USD
  • Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle)2.81 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)2.67 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle)0.40 USD
  • Bottled Water (12 oz)0.32 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)1.74 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf)0.50 USD
  • White Rice (1 lb)0.40 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)1.68 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 lb)6.26 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 lb)2.05 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb)3.52 USD
  • Apples (1 lb)3.20 USD
  • Bananas (1 lb)0.47 USD
  • Oranges (1 lb)2.37 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 lb)0.57 USD
  • Potatoes (1 lb)0.49 USD
  • Onions (1 lb)0.54 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)1.04 USD
  • Bottled Water (50 oz)0.52 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)12.94 USD
  • Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle)2.10 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)10.36 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child37.76 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child1248.27 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)27.34 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)79.39 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes38.63 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)4.27 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)18.98 USD
  • Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %)0.04 USD

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