Saturday, June 23, 2012

Ravana Falls

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.


Ravana Falls - Ella

Ravana Falls - Ella

Ravana Falls - Ella


Ravana Falls - Ella

Ravana Falls - Ella


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