ADISHAM



Built in 1931, by Sir Thomas Lister Villiers - an English planter, Adisham is a stately stone mansion beautifully situated in tranquil surroundings in Haputale in the central hills. It is certainly a 'must see' for holiday makers and chance visitors, a First-hand experience of getting extremely far away from the maddening crowds of the city

This sturdy rock fortress like homely building, situated at a boundary of the Thangamale Sanctuary, surrounded by undulating hils as far as the eye can see, contain many items that normal visitors are unfamiliar with, which aCCOunts for the large number of guests who seek admission whenever the gates are open.

Carefully cultivated and maintained flower gardens, Burma teak shingles that COver the roof and antique furniture are a few of the attractions that Adisham offers to the visitors.

 A number of butterflies that include the Tree Nymph, Common Bush Brown, White Four Ring, Crimson Rose, Dark Grass Blue, Blue Mormon, Ceylon Blue Glassy, Blue Glassy Tiger, Common Lepord, Palmfly and Red Admiral can also be spotted in the Surroundings and the sanctuary.