Bambarakanda Fall
This is the highest water fall in
The thin stream of water which plunges over a rock slab like a thin silver rope, splits into two at ¼ of its length.
But, this waterfall is not famous as Diyaluma fall because of lack of beauty, its location and the limited water as it flows down the rock slab.
The fall is situated in the Badulla District(
At 629ft (189m), this is the second highest fall in
Located in the Nuwara Eliya District, to reach the fall take the road from Nuwara Eliya to Kandapola. After 18km the road winds past the Piduruthalagala ravine and the Coodoogala Jungle. Continue for another 11km until the
Diyaluma Fall
This is the third highest water fall in
Originating from the
The locals opine that the fall was created by the god themselves.
Mapanana Ella
Mapanana Falls" found at the foot of the "Sri Pada"( Adam's Peak ) range are one of the tallest and the most beautifully formed falls meandering its way down from a height about 450ft (150m). Carrying cooly and crystal clear waters from the springs where they are born in the Peak Wilderness Sanctuary this fall is difficult to get near to due to many reasons, the hazard of sudden gushes of water during especially, rainy seasons, being one of them.
Lakshapana Fall
This very popular 426ft (129m) fall (one of the highest waterfalls in
At Kotalatenne village, this waterfall literally lights up the country. The originating from the Maskeliya Oya which flows from “Indikatupana” in Sri Pada (
The Laksapana Reservoir, where the fall is found, is used by power stations at New Laksapana, Canyon and Polpitiya Samanala resulting in a certain amount of water depletion. A number of villages including Laksapana, Pathana, Kiriwaneliya, Muruthatenna, Kottalena, Hunugala and Belumgala surround the fall. It is sad to say the waterfall flows less water due to the tank made.
The fall is 660m above sea level in the Nuwara Eliya, Ambagamuwa Korale at the Ginigathhena Divisional Secretariat. The most convenient route is the Hatton – Maskeliya road. Take this road for 18km from Hatton, where a footpath leads down past the Pathana village to the fall. Alternatively, take the Laksapana road from the
Olu Ella
This is situated in a remote village called Malalpola off Yatiyantota on the High Level road from Avissawella to Nuwara-Eliya.
422ft (127 m) in height and dancing its way through several cascades before finding its way under a wooden bridge along the road. This waterfall adds to the rustic scenery of the village. Not very famous among the people here, it still attracts a considerable number of people going there informed by locals. During the periods when the foliage gets covered by lush greenary and the air gets cooly one is greeted with a momentary drizzle when traversing the wooden planks of the bridge.
Annual deforestation of the land for chena cultivation means the land near the fall is bare and only 40 hectares of forest remain due to soil erosion. The woodland contains a variety of trees, including nelli, suriyamara, kolon, jack (Artocarpus heterophyllus), breadfruit, mee (Modhuca longifolia), weralla, alakola and woodapple. It is also home to wild boar, deer and hare.
It is said that long ago, King Rajasinghe's soldiers obtained wax for their bows from the Mee trees. Many local people have the name 'Dunukara Mudiyanselage', which means 'from the bowman', adding credence to the story. The name of the village 'Ittithambuwala', which after dialectal changes became 'Ittithampala', denotes the clefts used in boiling wax.
Villagers also believe that King Walagambe used a cave here to hide from pursuing enemies. The natural heritage is a great source of pride to the locals. The fall is near Ittithampala village in Badulla District (Meegahakivula Divisional Secretariat, Wewathanne GS area). Take the Meegahakivula - Pitamaruwa road to Bogahatenne. Turn along the gravel path and travel for 6km to the
The source of this breath-taking, 386ft (116m) high fall is the Kirindi Ella (stream), which flows from its starting point 940m up the Kuttapitiya Mountain. The stream travels 13km before the cascading point in the Kaluwaramukalana Jungle. It then flows via the
At the base of the fall, the water plunges into a deep pool called Diyagathwala. It is said that a flight of stone steps leads down to the bottom, where a treasure trove is hidden. It is worth noting however, that the water completely dries up during times of drought and there have been no reports of found treasure. In the wooded area surrounding the fall, a multitude of plant species can be found, together with wildlife including wild boar, cobra, monkeys and reptiles. This area was previously known as Kustapitiya, meaning itch, as folklore has it that a king suffering from an itch had lived here.Local villagers also believe that during Halloween, human voices can be heard near the fall. Furthermore, it is said that fireballs can be seen in the skies above the fall at night.The nearest town to
Pelmadulla highway and 600m before the Kuttapitiya junction, turn left down the Kuttapitiya road. Continue for 5km to find the fall.
Alternatively, if approaching from the city of
Be aware that the Pelmadulla PS charges a fee is to see this fall.
Ramboda Fall
The 360ft (109m) high double fall is borne of the many convergent brooks in the area that flow into the Puna Oya Reservoir, a tributary of the
Traveler should descends to the "Ramboda basin", where the famous "Ramboda Inn" situated from where he can see the whole fall. Take the Nuwara Eliya to Pussellawa A5(N’ Eliya – Gampola rd., 53km post) road for 12km. The fall is located 1.6km from the highway at this point. It is 10km near to Pussellawa Rest-house.
Uranwetuna Falls - Rathnapura
This fall is in the Ratnapura district is a staggering 360ft (108m) high. The name of the fall is derived from the numerous wild boar found in the vicinity that come to drink water and often get swept away by the gushing waters. The river flows onto a rocky ledge, which creates a three-tier fall. Further downstream, the river passes another fall called Kottun, before joining the Kaluganga.
Even in severe droughts, the fall never dries up and supplies the nearby Kiribathgala State Plantations estates and hospital with water. A wide variety of trees and medicinal plants grow in the fall`s lush surroundings. The fall flows from the Mirishena jungle from the Pettiyagala mountain in the Opanaike Divisional Secretariat division. (delineating Kandeketiya and Palekande Gramasevaka areas).
This fall is also in the Ratnapura district (
Another story tells of the seraglio of a Tamil (Demala) minister. When he left to go to war, he told his seven queens that if he were defeated a white flag would be hoisted from his ship's sails. If this were the case, he instructed them to flee in disguise. However, the white flag was hoisted by mistake so the queens naturally assumed the war had been lost and preferred to commit suicide rather than flee.
A further tale tells of how King Walagamba was waging war on the Tamils and as he passed the fall, a Tamil woman reacted by jumping into the water.
The nearby
Mahakandura Fall is 340ft (102m) high and situated in the Nuwara Eliya district. It is served by water from the Katukelle Estate (1200m). Below the fall is a canal network, constructed in 1888. It can be reached through the Ragala -
Ratna Falls –
Also known as the Navaratne Fall - is 336ft (101m) high and is the highest fall in the
Superstitious villagers say that there were seven vessels filled with precious stones hidden close to the fall, but that five have now been found. However, anyone attempting to find the final two is said to meet with an untimely death at the bottom of the fall.
The route to the fall winds through villages between the Hunasgiriya mountain range and dense jungle. It can be reached by travelling on the
Dansinashin Fall
The impressive 332ft (100m) hight Dansinashin Fall cascades in a spectacular sequence of steps before flowing to the Pundalu Oya , the Kotmale river and finally the Kotmale reservoir. The nearest town is Pundalu Oya.
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The 328ft (100m) high
The fall is situated in the Nuwara Eliya district at Bambargala mountain in the Middeniya grama niladhari area. The only road on which to approach the fall in any type of vehicle, is from Deraniyagala to Malimbada. Go up to Uda Malimbadatown, and then use the road running adjacent to the cooperative of Uda Malimbada. The nearest town is Deraniyagala.
Galdola Fall
The GALDOLA FALL (Ratnapura district,
The water courses over rock-strewn terrain and at times the flow is submerged by rocky outcrops. This profusion of rocks gives the fall its name “Gal” “dola” meaning “rock “pool”.
The fall is situated at the 82nd mile post near Rakwana, on the Ratnapura - Pelmadulla road. Rakwana rest-house is just 3km away.
This fall is an amalgamation of several falls in the Ratnapura District including the Ramboda and Gerandi falls. While this fall is 330ft (100m), the total height is 270m. Such is its scale, the fall can be seen from a considerable distance. The stream springs from the Galaha Forest Reserve, passing Galbithiya and onto the Puna Oya.
At the estuary where
Nekkavita Fall
The Mahagal Oya springs from the western slope of the 718m-high
Take the Avisawella - Hatton - Nuwara Eliya road via Talduwa to Deraniyagala to reach the fall which is situated 85km from
The impressive 323ft (98m) fall makes up a section of the
Unfortunately, the
The falls is accessible via Ginigathhena, located at the
Devon's waterfall is one of the most famous waterfalls of
It can be reached via Hatton-N'Eliya road and it is off Lindula by the roadside.
In 1998, Kumar Bandula, otherwise known as Tony, established a record of the fall. There was once a threat that the area surrounding the fall and diverse species that live here, including the endemic purple-faced leaf monkey, would be adversely affected. However, the persistent lobbying of environmental groups averted disaster.
A view of the front of this 97m-high fall is possible from Midigama. It is one of six falls affected by the upper Kotmale hydro-power project.
Ways To Travel to the Waterfall
¨ Nuwara Eliya ª Nanuoya ª Thalawakele ª St.clair’s
¨ Colombo ª Kandy ª Navalapitiya ª Hatton ª Thalawakele ª St.clair’s
¨ Colombo ª Avissawella ª Ginigathhena ª Hatton ªThalawakele ª St.clair’s
Devagiri Falls
This beautifull waterfall, 286ft (86m) in height and 12m wide picturesque and consists of two segments. The upper cascade (9m heigt) of the fall plunges into a pool of water, rushes from the jungle and overflows to form the lower cascade. The lower cascade which is double the height of the upper one, plunges on to the left and right, spreading across a wide area to create a picturesque sight. Due to its resemblance to cotton (Cotton means “Pulun” in Sinhala), as it plunges from the rock wall breaking into a thin spray, it has been popularly named as the Pulun Ella.
The fall is located about 15 km from the Rathnapura town on the
Dotulu Fall
Dotulu Fall is 276ft (83m) high and is situated in the Kegalle Distirct. To reach the fall, one has to travel from Halwatura Kelle Tea House for 1km, to the west of the Bambaragala area. It is also possible to view the fall from the east, 2km away, on a 900m slope. The route is through difficult jungle terrain and should not be undertaken without a local guide. The Kitulgala rest-house is 25km away.
Saint Clair’s Waterfall
– (The Widest Waterfall in
Saint Claire is the widest waterfall in
Thalawakele, Nanuoya, Hatton and other places closed to this place is known as large and upcountry beautiful tea estates of
Thalawakele has nice railway station and special points are also at there. Thalawakele rail way is narrow road and in little distance train travels up to several kilometers. St.clair is at closed to the main road and railway.
These are one of two waterfalls threatened by a proposed hydro-power scheme in the area.
Ways To Travel to the Waterfall
¨ Nuwara Eliya ª Nanuoya ª Thalawakele ª St.clair’s
¨ Colombo ª Kandy ª Navalapitiya ª Hatton ª Thalawakele ª St.clair’s
¨ Colombo ª Avissawella ª Ginigathhena ª Hatton ªThalawakele ª St.clair’s
250ft (75m) tall
This falls is 250ft (75m) in height.
Dehena Ella
This is along the country road (good motorable road) from Rathnapura to Alupolla. It is about 247ft (74m) tall.
A small opening in the stone at the base of the pool near the fall is called 'Gathula', meaning 'inside of the stone'. It is said that during heavy rain, the caves surrounding the fall are totally submerged and the road becomes obscured by mist. However, during dry spells the flow is languid. The land towards the top of the fall has been denuded for timber and tea plantations, which has caused the depletion of aquifers.
The fall is just by the side of road and a good site for bathing. The bath in the pool just beneath the fall is a memorable event but you have to be careful because there is danger of drowning here.
Take the Ratnapura - Sri Pada road and take the turning at Wevelwatte to
This falls is 233ft (70m) in height.
This falls is 226ft (68m) in height.
Dunhida Fall
The Dunhinda Falls is one of Sri Lanka's most beautiful waterfalls and considered to be one of the most enchanting falls in Sri Lanka, is located about 5 km off Badulla and about 2 km distance from the main road which runs to Taldena from the remote city Badulla (Badulla District, Uva Province). The waterfall, which is 244 feet (74m) high gets its name from the smoky dew drops spray, (Dun in sinhala means mist or smoke) which surrounds the area at the foot of the waterfall. The water resembles a thin cloud as it cascades 63m downwards into a large pool. The backdrop to the fall is known as ‘Dunhinda Adaviya’. Another name to ‘Dunhinda’ translates to ‘spraying/vapour waterfall’ – the word ‘dun’ means ‘gave/was given’, while ‘hinda’ means ‘evaporate’. The water fall is created by the river called Badulu Oya which goes through the Badulla town.
It is linked with the romantic episode of a Princess Manike Bandara who fled with her lover, a common man. To escape the wrath of the king, they leapt from the top of this waterfall.
To reach the water fall you have to walk more than 1 km distance along a foot path. Along this foot path you can see another small waterfall at a distance. However walking along this muddy foot path is really worth as the waterfall is so beautiful. Along this foot path there are many native venders selling herbal drinks to refresh and rest yourself. At the end of the path there is a secure stage constructed for viewers to see the waterfall. If you are brave enough you can reach the foot of the waterfall and cross the river and see the most beautiful view of the fall.
The Ella rest-house is 29km away.
Okandagala Falls
According to folklore, treasure troves containing 32 crowns and assorted gems are hidden in the rock. A visiting king is supposed to have asked 'is that the rock containing the treasure?', giving the fall its name ('Ookada gala' means 'is that the rock?').
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Alakola Fall
The 200ft (60m) Alakola Fall is served by the Oban river, which follows the shape of a large 'V' beginning at the Buwalpola mountain (1955m).
The fall is situated in the Hanguranketha area in the Nuwara Eliya District (
This is made up of three parts and the total height is about 200ft (60m). It is 25 Km away from Ratnapura in the Wewalwatte village. It is yet another picturesque waterfall located in the midst of a tea plantation in the Wewalwatte village, at the end of the road to Alupola.
The fall derives its name from a nearby tea estate. It is served by a brook beginning at Kalugaldova on the southern slope of the
The upper reach of the fall is home to species such as elk, sambur deer, wild boar and reptiles. The lower reaches are abundant with water leeches. Thereafter, the water cascades from a rocky ridge giving rise to the small
Even in a drought the water continues to fall as a small stream, and due to the moisture, even as the midday sun shines overhead, a damp environment prevails. A hydro-electric power station has been built by damming
Delta Fall
Delta Fall has six streams and is 200ft (60m) in height, flowing through shrubs down a rock-strewn slope. Its source is a tributary of the Kotmale river. This is also the site of
It is 6km from Pussellawa, at a bridge near the 41st mile post and can be reached by road or rail. The Pussellawa rest-house is 9km away.
The 200ft (60m) high
Local villagers believe that a treasure trove is buried in the vicinity and that a village head disappeared when he tried to find it. They also maintain that Brahmin scripts are inscribed in caves and further assert that there are three stone vessels, each 3m deep, located here.
Take the Balangoda - Weligapola road to Kapugala road and the ancient
A beautiful wayside waterfall, it is the first among a series of such falls you’ll encounter on the
More than 200ft (60m) high fall rises in the hills, (north of the road) which belongs to the chain of Dolosbage mountains. The water cascades through a narrow gap over a hard rock which seems to be carved into tiny steps. It flows under the bridge and joins the Mahaweli river,
when both parts taken together and a very attractive yet simple water fall. It is by the side of the road and one can almost descends to the foot of the fall.
This falls is 200ft (60m) in height.
This is a beautiful fall of about 200ft (60m). "Manna" means knives. "Kethi" means hatchet. People use to wash their tools in this falls and thus came the name. It is situated in the Kegalle district.
The source of this fall is the Girankitha Oya Reservoir, that is served in turn by the western slopes of the Unagula mountain. Later, the
To reach the fall, take the highway from Kitulgala, over a bridge, to Malwatte. From here, climb the mountain above the Girankitha Oya Reservoir (across the road at a small hamlet in the rubber plantations) for 3km until a footpath is reached. After about 400m, the footpath reaches the fall. Alternatively, take the highway from Kegalle, and 13km before the town of
This falls is 200ft (60m) in height.
Nanu Oya Fall
From the Nanu Oya (river), the water flows through the Udaradella and Bambarakele areas to the fall. The water cascades through mist down a sequence of 25 steps (200ft / 60m inheight) before later joining the Kotmale and Mahaweli rivers. A hint of grandeur is added to the scene by the imposing bridge that spans the fall.
The fall is situated in Nanu Oya, 6km from Nuwara Eliya
This falls is 200ft (60m) in height.
This falls is 200ft (60m) in height.
Surathali Fall
Surathali fall is 66ft (20m) in height, 2m wide and made up of three segments as a long stream running down along an angled rock rather than a fall.The word "Surathalee" means as charming as a playful mistress.... exactly suits the purpose. But someone called this fall was named after a “film” that was shot in the area.
Originating from the Sri Pada Reserve's Ellamana mountain range (948m), the fall is created by the Kadawath ganga, which flows along Sabaragamuwa, Uva and later into the Weli ganga. It is bordered by an untouched wildlife sanctuary. At the Mahaeliyakande, there are certain soil crystals known as 'Sita Devi Guli', which resemble the rice used to make 'aggala'. According to folklore, Sita Devi (Queen Sita) is said to have made sweetmeat here and spilled some of it, which is what remains at the site today.
Another story has it that two villagers saw gold plates glittering in a cave, while on a jungle trek. They decided to retrieve the treasure and ventured inside the cave but as soon as they were inside, the stone door of the cave shut, barring their exit. They were allowed out only once they had acknowledged that the treasure belonged to King Walagamba.
Take the Balangoda - Badulla road to the 169 - 170th mile posts, between Halpe and Marangawela. Turn at the Belihuloya, near Halpe and proceed for 8km along the
This falls is 200ft (60m) in height.
The 180ft (54m) Arambe Falls name originates from the 'arama' through which it flows - an area of jungle, rich in resources such as food, wood, water and medicinal plants, traditionally utilised by hill country farmers. Trees such as jak, breadfruit, rasakinda, cane, na and kumbuk as well as cloves and goraka can be found, which are mostly grown in
The source of this fall is a tributary of the Rakwana river, which springs from the Sinharaja forest. Until colonial times when plantations were introduced, this 'arama' satisfied the needs of local villagers, who accordingly gave the impressive 14m-wide fall its name.
Take the road from Rakwana to Yahalawela village, which after about 1km leads up o the Lenark State Plantations. Here stands the fall, in the Rakwana area.
Kotapola Ella
The enchanting Kotapola Waterfall is 180ft (54m) in height and is located in the village named Kotapola in the Matara District.
Access to this waterfall is about 4 Km from Kotapola via Urubokka. Hydroelectric power is also generated from this waterfall.
In spite of the beauty of this waterfall only few tourists visit this place due to the lack of awareness about the attractions of the location.
Dodan Ella
This 176ft (53m) high fall cascades in two sections. At either side of the upper segment there are two elephant trunk-shaped stone arches. The fall's source is the
It is worthwhile to travel for about 2 kilometers from Bopath Ella towards the Devipahala area, where the not so known ‘Dodan Ella’ falls is situated. The fall is created by a tributary of the Kuru ganga which joins it near Bopath Ella. The top most part of the fall descends to a deep pool where the water is not spilled over, but collects underneath the rock and continues to cascade down to the second level. This indeed is a strange and rare formation. Visitors to this spot have to descend to the waterfall along its edge to reach the bottom of the falls as there is no other approachable path.
The site was used for the filming of a Sri Lankan motion picture, 'Inspector Champa'. Local villagers believe the area may be of some archaeological significance too - the ancient caves of Batawita and Batalena in Kuruwita, where early humans once lived, are nearby. If the relevant authorities investigated, it is thought that many buried secrets could be unearthed.
Take the
Warning: Visitors have to be cautious when climbing down and up along the edge as it could be dangerous. The adventure trail from Bopath Ella to Dodan Ella along the river is interesting and provides a fascinating view of the fall.
This falls is 173ft (52m) in height.
This falls is 173ft (52m) in height.
Beruwatta Fall
This fall is a 166ft (50m) high fall, set amongst tea plantations and a plethora of mountainous flora and fauna, formed by the convergence of several brooks originating on the Rakshagala mountain. The cascading waters of the fall have been poetically likened to pure white cotton and a length of loosened hair, flowing from a fairy in the heavens, free for anyone to comb.
At the base of the fall is a rock that offers a perfect seat for quiet contemplation, and also a pool known as the Beruwatte-vila, from where two brooks converge to flow into the Weveldola stream. This stream is later joined by the Alupoladola and the Ravuladola, and finally flows into the Mahaweli ganga near Malwala. Both the Balakotunna mountain range and the Mahalassa estate are visible from the elevated ground close to the fall.
To reach the fall, from Ratnapura town, head towards Balangoda via Wevelwatte and the fall can be found in the
Goxin Fall
Goxin Fall gets its name from a British planter, “Goxin”, said to have been adept at aquatic sports. It is 166ft (50m) in height and up to 50m wide during the rainy season. The source of the fall is at Bubula in Mannikaya patana. The water flows over a rock to join the Kaluganga at Gilimale. At the base of the fall, the water plunges into a deep pool, though the exact depth is unknown. The surrounding area is mainly used for tea plantations.
The fall is located 25km from Ratnapura town in the Pelmadulla area. Take the Ratnapura - Wewelwatte road and turn left at Nugapola town onto the Dehena - Kande road. Go through Wewalketya village and Kambiadia. From here it is 4km to Halakande village where the fall can be found.
This falls is 166ft (50m) in height. The Dulugala Oya, born in the wilds of Pidurutalagala, flows through a gorge, on its way to join the Uma Oya, the main waterway before plunging over a 90 meter-precipice. There it becomes the
This falls is 166ft (50m) in height.
This falls is 166ft (50m) in height.
Hunnas Fall
Hunas fall (A man made waterfall close to Kandy) is located in Matale District, a little away from
1765m above sea level at one end of the Knuckles mountain range. A group of five streams flow from here and meet to form the Mahaoya reservoir, which leads on to
Above the fall lies 32 hectares of land with an artificial lake and patch of jungle, which belong to Hunnas Hotel. The woodland consists of
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Anagimala Fall
153ft (46m) height fall, situated in Kanneliya Biosphere Reserve at Udugama in the Galle District. It’s 3km to the fall from here.
53rd in height this multi necklace (“mala” means necklace) waterfall is more lively in the moths of May –June. The million is a natural wild flower garden with various orchids and kaleidoscopic butterfly multitudes lending a riotous spasm of color. However a fable reveal that a young pregnant damsel. Committed survived here and her walls supposedly could be heard in the fall.
This falls is 150ft (45m) in height.
Arawakumbura dunhinda falls
The 45m fall is full even during the dry season. The source of the fall is the Ibban Oya, a tributary of Gal Oya. A number of valuable trees are found in the area, locally known as suriya, mara, bulu and Nellie.
The fall is visible from the Lunugala - Bibile road. Situated in Lunugala town near the Alakola mountain, it is 6km from the Batticaloa road in Arawakumbura in the Passara Electorate.
At 150ft (45m) high and 3m wide, this double fall is located near the
King Sitawaka Rajasinhe's treasure chest is also rumoured to be hidden here, but many attempts by villagers to retrieve it have failed due to the demon that guards it, they say. Such is the power of legend, that in April 2002 an armed posse of treasure hunters carrying digging equipment, worryingly accompanied by a senior superintendent of police, was apprehended by villagers before it engaged in too much skullduggery.
The fall is situated in the Ratnapura District at Balangoda Monarangama. Take the Balangoda to Matenne road to the Niyandahela village in the Borangamuwa area and you can reach the fall easily.
The Diyakerella Fall is in the
Beneath the fall is an elephants' corridor known as “Ethpara” (“Eth” means Tusker and “para” means road or foot path) and there is also a monastery nearby. The stream joins the Heenganga and later the Mahaweli ganga.
The fall is located in Meemure village in Kandy District (Minipe Provincial Secretariat Division,
Hathmale Fall
This waterfall is one of beautiful falls in
The source of the fall is the Deniyaya Gongala mountain range and the stream flows on to the Ginganga at Pallegama. It is popular with both local and foreign visitors.
This fall is also known as 'Bambarelle Knuckles', are
In the surrounding area medicinal plants abound and there is a wide variety of wildlife including wild boar, porcupine and a lizard endemic to the island known locally as dumbara katussa. The area at the top of the falls has been denuded, causing concern that the aquifers might dry up and erode the land.
The Moragaha ganga flows across Bambarella, Baddegama and Kosgamma, before reaching the Huluganga.
This falls is 150ft (45m) in height.
This Fall is another waterfall in the Ratnapura district, is 150ft (45m) in height and enclosed by woodland. Its name derives from the 'pandi' (Garra ceylonensis) species of fish that are a formidable sight swimming upstream along the rocks, against the flow of water. The fall's source is the Pandi river, which springs from the nearby Bathgurula mountain (1045m), south-west of the Sri Pada reserve. It later flows to the Kaluganga. Bambarakanda provides a stunning backdrop.
Take the Wevelwatte highway in the Ratnapura District via Gilimale to Bibile village. From here it is a tortuous trek of 6km through assorted flora and creepers. There is no defined path so it is necessary to hire a local guide. There is a bus service as far as Bibile. The nearest city is Ratnapura which is 24km away
This falls is 150ft (45m) in height.
150ft (45m) tall
It is not widely known and is created from an aquifer at the
The nearest town to the fall is Passara in the Badulla District. Take the Passara - Bibile road and turn right at the 22nd mile post. Travel for 6km along the road running south. The fall is situated at the Peessa agri-colony. Alternatively, travel from Badulla to Passara, continuing to Lunugala and on to the Hoptain Estate. Turn right at the top here and 8km along the road to Peessa, the fall can be found.
This falls is 150ft (45m) in height.
This falls is 150ft (45m) in height.
This falls is 150ft (45m) in height.
The 150ft (45m) high fall is one of nature's unique creations. It is an internal waterfall within a prehistoric limestone cave, which according to Sri Lankan and French scientists who came here on an expedition in 1960, is 500 billion years old. It is the oldest such cave on the island and the millions of bats that have set up home here is an awe-inspiring sight (“Wawula” means Bat).
The cave is 135m in length and has two parallel doors. In addition to the main cave, 12 others can be found here. To the right above the door is the bat colony and the cave in which they give birth is known as the 'Malwathu (Garden) Room. It can be dangerous however, as reptiles slither their way inside, attracted by the presence of the bats' young. The limestone formation covers an area of 52 square kilometres. Within the cave is a limestone pit, which is still growing. There are fossilised remains of an animal here. Adjacent to this is a layer of sea coral. So many and varied are the attractions of the cave.
Around 100 plants unique to
The fall is located in the Wavulpane limestone caves at Walapane village in the Ratnapura District (
This falls is 146ft (44m) in height.
Andawala Fall
The fall flows from the Nayameruhinna mountain range and is 133ft (40m) high. It is situated in the Andawela village, which is in the Nuwara Eliya district between Walapane and Hanguranketha. It can be found at the 31st mile post on the Kandy-Regala road. A convenient place to stay is the Hanguranketha rest-house, which is 50km from
This falls is 133ft (40m) in height.
This falls is 133ft (40m) in height.
Nalagana Falls
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A beautiful, broad waterfall located about eight Km down the Bulathkohupitiya – Dedugala road (9km east of Bulathkohupitiya), it has been renamed as Nalagana Ella today. The fall which is about 132ft (40m) in height is formed by the Ritigaha Oya reservoir, a tributary of the Kelani river.
Flowing parallel to the above mentioned road though not visible most of the time due to the trees and shrubs, it comes down like a veil over a broad granite rock bed into a steep slope about 8km from Bulathkohupitiya. Kitulgala rest-house is 41km away.
This falls is 133ft (40m) in height.
This falls is 133ft (40m) in height.
This falls is 130ft (39m) in height.
This fall has got its name from a pool filled with dark water (kalu wala, “kalu means black and “wala” means hole or pool) at the top of the 126ft (38m) high fall.
According to folklore, King Mayadunne is said to have bathed here. The Ulugala village in the Imbulpe Divisional Secretariat area (Ratnapura District,
Take the road from Balangoda towards Pinnawala, past Pidaligannawala village via the suspension bridge over the
This falls is 123ft (37m) in height.
This falls is 123ft (37m) in height.
This falls is 116ft (35m) in height.
This falls is 110ft (33m) in height.
100ft (30m) high fall is in the Kalutara District (
Ahupini Ella (waterfall) also called `
According to legend, it was named after the story about a King who had many wives, and on his way from war, he said he would give them a message from the hills about the result. He said if his soldiers waved a white flag over the hills, it would mean he was defeated, being killed in action and if he waved his own flag bearing his crest, then it would mean that he was successful. The cunning King decided to play a joke on his wives, who were waiting with their horses near the waterfall to see the visual message, by waving a white flag. His wives were so upset that they all committed suicide by jumping over the falls which today, is inspired by the name of Ahupini which is `Ashwaya` (Horse) and `Pini` or `Panina` (Jump) means `the horses jumped over the falls`! However, others have different stories about this fabled folklore.
The fall derives its name according to the folklore, from a desperate suicide attempt, where a mounted monarch leapt from its upper reaches. Villagers say that the fall sometimes emits a fearsome roar that can last for 15 minutes, and that this signifies that it will claim a human sacrifice within a two-month period.
The fall forms a plunge pool strewn with rocks where people are not encouraged to bathe due to the risk of drowning. Also at the base of the pool are crevices known as Pinikandawela and Tissakumarawella that are said to house treasure by villagers.
According to ancient books written about border demarcations, this fall acted as a demarcation between the area of Satara Korale and Paranu Kuru Korale. The fall is 49km from Pussalawe and 44km from Kitulgala. The upper reach is about 5km from Dolosbage in the Kandy District, and can be accessed by passing Aranayake. The foot of the fall can be reached by travelling through Mawanella in the Kegalle District, across Aranayake. A four-wheel drive vehicle is the best option. The falls can even be seen from Bathalegala (Bibile) Rock.
This falls is 100ft (30m) in height.
This falls is 100ft (30m) in height.
