Ravana Falls
The Ravana falls popularly known as Ravana Ella in Sinhala is a
popular sightseeing attraction in Sri Lanka. The Ravana falls is one of the
very beautiful nature falls in Sri Lanka which is situated in Badulla district,
also it currently ranks as one of the widest falls in the country. This
waterfall measures approximately 25 m (82 ft.) in high and cascade from an
oval-shaped concave rock outcrop. During the local wet season, the waterfall
turns into what is said to resemble an areca flower with withering petals. But
this is not the case in the dry season, where the flow of water reduces
dramatically. The falls form part of the Ravana Ella Wildlife Sanctuary, and
are located 2 km away from the local railway station.
The falls have been named after the legendary Hindu character
Ravana, which is connected to the famous Indian epic, the Ramayana. According
to legend, it is said that Ravana (who was the king of Sri Lanka at the time)
had kidnapped princess Sita, and had hidden her in the caves behind this
waterfall, now simply known as the Ravana Ella Cave. At the time, the cave was
surrounded with thick forests in the midst of wilderness. It is also believed
that Rama’s queen bathed in a pool that accumulated the water falling from this
waterfall.
The famous Ravana Ella Cave lies 1,370 m (4,490 ft.) above sea
level on the foundation of a cliff. The cave is one of the most popular tourist
attractions in Sri Lanka, located 11 km away from Bandarawela central province
of Sri Lanka.
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| Ravana Falls - Ella |
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| Ravana Falls - Ella |
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| Ravana Falls - Ella |
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| Ravana Falls - Ella |
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| Ravana Falls - Ella |
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