It was the exact spot upon which I had been accustomed to encamp some years ago.

The servants had received orders when they started from Kandy, to have dinner prepared at five o'clock on the 17th of November; it was accordingly ready on our arrival.
Minneria was the appointed rendezvous from which this trip was to commence.

Our party was to consist of the Honourable E.Stuart Wortley,* (* The present Lord Wharncliffe.)E.

Palliser, Esq., Lieutenant V.Baker, S.W.Baker.

My brother had unfortunately only fourteen days' leave from his regiment, and he and I had accordingly hurried on a day in advance of our party, they having still some preparations to complete in Kandy, and not being quite so well horsed for a quick journey.
Nothing could be more comfortable than our arrangements.