Commissioned by the British in 1921, the Nine Arch Bridge stands proudly, a testament to the engineering and architectural brilliance of the early 20th century. Ideally placed between the Ella and Demodara railway stations, those choosing to walk along the bridge will be presented with scenes of rolling hills and dense jungle to delight in.
The Nine Arch Bridge, also known as the `Bridge in the Sky`, was constructed by connecting two bog mountains when constructing the Badulla-Colombo railway. This bridge is 300 feet in length, 25 feet in width, and 80–100 feet in height. It is one of the best examples of colonial-era railway construction in the country. The bridge can be reached by traveling 2km on Gotuwala Road, starting from Halpe Textile Center on Badulla Bandarawela Road. The surrounding area has seen a steady increase in tourism due to the bridge’s architectural ingenuity and the profuse greenery on the nearby hillsides.
