How many hours does it take to climb Adams Peak?
How many hours does it take to climb Adams Peak? Discover this 5.5-mile out-and-back trail near Maskeliya, Nuwara Eliya. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 56 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
Why is Adams Peak sacred?
It refers to the footprint-shaped mark at the summit, which is believed by Buddhists to be that of the Buddha. Some Christian and Islamic traditions assert that it is the footprint of Adam, left when first setting foot on Earth after having been cast out of paradise, giving it the name Adam's Peak.