Hike to Surungamuni Point, the highest peak in the area through lush tea plantations in a chilling cold climate for a breathtaking view. The location is guarded by a local Hindu God Surungamuni for whom a kovil has been built,
Mahagal Wewa reservoir is situated 25 miles (45 km) from the Hambantota town, towards the northern boundary of the district. This was repaired in 1953. The catchment area of the tank is 96 sq km.
Ella offers much more for those who prefer a laid back holiday. From adventurous hikes along the verdant slopes to a casual walk along the railway track, if there was one word to describe the place, it would be “charming”.
The Mini World’s end in Madulsima is located at the end of the lush tea Plantation Roeberry Estate.
Located almost 3100 feet above the sea level, the 100ft high Demodara Nine Arch Bridge is an engineering marvel which was constructed in 1913 without the use of single piece of steel.
This spiral railway known as the Demodata Loop is recognised as one of the most fascinating colonial railway civil engineering marvels in Sri Lanka was commissioned in 1921.
Perched amidst the misty hills of Haputale, Adisham Bungalow is a stunning Tudor-style mansion built between 1927 and 1931 by a British planter. Surrounded by lush gardens and panoramic mountain views, this tranquil retreat now houses a monastery, preserving its old-world charm and serene atmosphere.
At a height of 1230 meters, with moderate weather unlike the neighbouring Nuwara Eliya , Bandarawela lies amazingly serene, almost hidden among a throng of hills.
This Wewessa Ella fall is 22m in height and its source is a tributary of the Bathulu Oya (Bathulu River). The waterfall only flows during rainy season.
Walankanda Ella Fall is a 20 meter waterfall in the Badulla District. No further information is available on this waterfall.
This 33m-Unagolla Ella fall is situated in a wetland area 800-1000m above sea level, which is comprised of both deciduous plants and tea plantations.
Hidden deep inside the mountains near the Sri Lanka’s tallest waterfall Bambarakanda, are two lesser known but magnificent waterfalls which can be enjoyed from a single view point. These are Uduwara Ella Fall and the Nagadowa Ella Falls.
The Lower Ravana Ella or the Bamabaragama Falls is one of the most popular falls in the country. lying right on the middle of one of the most scenic and popular routes in the country this is one of the most visited waterfalls.
This is generally considered the real Ravana Ella Falls due the close proximity of the cave which is considered a place there Sita (in Ramayana) has hidden by the Lankan King Ravana for a while.
There is a large stone well at the foot of the 44m Piyangiri Ella Fall , with evidence of a dam. According to folklore, the Piyangiri Ella Fall has a direct effect on the weather. Local villagers say that if the Diyavini Falls flows first, the rains will be delayed, resulting in a poor harvest and leaving people open to disease.
This 45m-high Peessa Ella Fall is enchanting and one of many in the Uva region created by the rains. Peessa Ella Fall is not widely known and is created from an aquifer at the peak of Lunugala Mountain.
This 30m-high Papulagala Ella Fall is located 1530m up the northern slope of Papulagala Mountain. The stream then flows via Uggallkaltota to the Walawe River.
Nalini Ella Fall is a waterfall lying in the Namunukula Range which is so high that the water almost never reaches the bottom. There is no formal name for this fall but some locals refer to this as the Nalini Fall.
Nagadowa Ella Fall is a another waterfall located off the beaten track off the popular Bambarakanda Falls. Only access to the waterfall is by foot and you can also see the Uduwara fall just above this fall.
The 23m Mana Ella Falls (also called Manawala Ella Fall) is set amongst lush tea plantations. The fall’s upper reach is made up of seven stone basins. The fall is said to be where bygone kings spent their leisure time.
