The Ravana Falls are located in the misty mountains of Ella, Sri Lanka along the road. The water gushes down a height of 25 meters fallen from an oval concave rock. Ravana Falls is a 3-tier cascading waterfall, creating rock pools along its way down. During the wet season the Ravana Falls takes the form of a drooping areca flower, but its wide size is reduced dramatically during the dry season. Although it is always worth it to check this waterfall when you’re Ella as it’s one of the most easiest accessible waterfalls in Sri Lanka.

History of Rawana Ella

The Ravana falls have been named after the Sri Lankan king Ravana who lived over 5000 years ago. According to legend, it is said that Ravana had kidnapped princess Sita, and had hidden her in the Ravana Cave behind this waterfall At that time, the cave was surrounded with thick forest in the middle of the wilderness.

Best Time to Visit Dunhinda Fall

If you want to beat the crowds, the best time to go to the Ravana Falls is during the early morning. Because the waterfall is located right next to the road, you can expect lots of people stopping to take a picture. In terms of the best season to go, the wet season will result in a more powerful and impressive waterfall. Although, it is always worth to visit a waterfall which you don’t even have to hike to.

How to Reach?

From Colombo to  Rawana Falls  Falls 244km far away. You can choose easy way to reach Rawana Falls.

What You Can Do Here?

If you visit in Rawana Falls, there are lots of things to do for your enjoying. If you travelling Rawana Falls, you can take photos, and spend time freely.

Here is a long list of major things to do in Rawana Falls. Which the first time travelers can visit and experience.

Visit Rawana Ella Cave

The Ravana Ella cave is located at the base of a cliff not far from the waterfall. It’s believed to have been the cave where Sita was imprisoned; and is a very popular tourist attraction. Excavations in the cave have revealed evidence of human habitation dating back to over 25,000 years ago.

Take photos

You can here take many photos. You can make your vacation memorable one.