Could be the tiniest hotspot for tourism in Sri Lanka that woos them providing a minuscule pleasure for the eyes and leisure for the being wherever you stay and wherever you turn therefrom. The local dialect derivative of the name simply means waterfall but the place is far beyond it in that the natural environs near and far from it is absolutely mesmerizing! The gaps between mountains afar and in close proximity are much talked about as the splendor view with the expanse of the sky as the backdrop blue and grey colour ranges amidst these truly astound the beholders. As it is so, many places of stays for travellers are perched on strategic locations.
Ella is en route to Badulla, another important city up the hills but much lower than Nuwara Eliya and only a hundred feet above that of Kandy in elevation. It is situated between Bandarawela, a calm and green town in the plateau and Badulla. Climatically it is much warmer than the Tea Kingdom but yet the green surrounding, hills and waterfalls always exude with pleasant coolness. Generally the English refer to their dual weather change, hot n the day and cold in the night during summer. Obviously beautiful, the town though small, is the point of origin for many curious excursions particularly for treks up on mountain slopes.
Two such popular spots are the Bambaragala peak and the Ravana falls. While the former is climbed for the gorgeous 3600 view atop, one of the best in Sri Lanka. But on a hot day it is better to wear safety gear to combat the heat. The latter is supposed to be the widest waterfall in the Island but it is famed because of the legend that Ravana kept Sita, Ram’s wife after he abducted her, according to the Hindu myth namely Ramayana. Hence, the caves where she was hidden supposedly are known as named Ravana Ella Caves. Myths and Legends have made Sri Lankan mountains, caves, rivers and temples rather famous and historically important. The others are the Little Adam’s Peak and the Ella Rock, which too entice a trekker. Adjoining waterfalls are never to be missed for refreshing baths
