Which side of the train is better for the Kandy-Ella route?

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Marco Rossi84965 rep2

Does it matter which side I book for the best views?

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On the way from Kandy TO Ella, sit on the RIGHT side. Most of the valley views are on the right.

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Nuwan Jayasinghe44670 rep1

Actually, it is a mix. The first half is better on the right, the second half (getting closer to Ella) has great views on both sides. But Right side is the safe bet.

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Oliver Harrison27975 rep2

Right side. Got it!

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