1800s
Late 1800s
The Beginning
British planters establish Clara Estate as a 303-acre rubber plantation in the heart of the Kelani River Valley, laying the foundation for a remarkable legacy.
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From a historic rubber plantation to a sanctuary of luxury, discover the milestones that shaped Clara Estate.
British planters establish Clara Estate as a 303-acre rubber plantation in the heart of the Kelani River Valley, laying the foundation for a remarkable legacy.
British planters establish Clara Estate as a 303-acre rubber plantation in the heart of the Kelani River Valley, laying the foundation for a remarkable legacy.
A large rubber crepe factory becomes the centre of the estate, employing hundreds and creating a vibrant plantation community.
A large rubber crepe factory becomes the centre of the estate, employing hundreds and creating a vibrant plantation community.
Before roads and electricity, access was only possible by ferry across the Kelani River, surrounded by dense rainforest.
Before roads and electricity, access was only possible by ferry across the Kelani River, surrounded by dense rainforest.
Land reforms reshape the estate, reducing its size while preserving its rich history and opening the door to a new future.
Land reforms reshape the estate, reducing its size while preserving its rich history and opening the door to a new future.
Commercial plantation operations gradually evolve into sustainable farming, organic cultivation, and conservation.
Commercial plantation operations gradually evolve into sustainable farming, organic cultivation, and conservation.
The historic plantation factory is transformed into Clara Villas—a luxury private villa where heritage, elegance, and nature exist in perfect harmony.
The historic plantation factory is transformed into Clara Villas—a luxury private villa where heritage, elegance, and nature exist in perfect harmony.
Clara Estate continues to grow with plans for eco villas, tree houses, jungle retreats, and sustainable luxury developments.
Clara Estate continues to grow with plans for eco villas, tree houses, jungle retreats, and sustainable luxury developments.