Ceylon Tea Museum

Hantana Rd, Kandy, Sri Lanka

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(+94) 814 946 737 | (+94) 814 946 747 | (+94) 814 946 827

Overview

The Ceylon Tea Museum is a fascinating destination for tea enthusiasts and history lovers alike. Located in the former Hanthana Tea Factory, just 3 km south of Kandy, the museum showcases Sri Lanka’s rich tea heritage

  • Historical Significance: Originally built in 1925, the factory was later converted into a museum in 2001.
  • Exhibits: Displays vintage tea-processing equipment, colonial-era generators, and artifacts related to tea pioneers like James Taylor and Thomas Lipton.
  • Library & Research: The second floor houses a tea library and historical archives.
  • Tea Café & Shop: Visitors can enjoy freshly brewed Ceylon tea and purchase premium tea varieties

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