Maskeliya
Town in Central Province, Sri Lanka / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Maskeliya is a town in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. It is the site of the 1974 crash of Martinair Flight 138, the worst air disaster in Sri Lanka.[1][2]
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Maskeliya
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Coordinates: 6°50′00″N 80°34′20″E | |
Country | Sri Lanka |
Province | Central Province |
District | Nuwara Eliya District |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (Sri Lanka Standard Time) |
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It is known for its mountains, waterfalls, unique ethnic background and estates. The actual town is built on a combination of three estates. Despite the aircraft crash, Because of Adams peak, Maskeliya has been a popular destination in Sri Lanka.