Sabaragamuwa Province

Natural attractions in Sabaragamuwa Province

Natural Wonders of Sri Lanka

This collection showcases the diverse geological features of Sri Lanka's central and south-central highlands. It includes the 2,243-meter Adam’s Peak, a sacred pilgrimage site, and the 880-meter vertical drop at World’s End in Horton Plains National Park. The list features Bambarakanda, the island's tallest waterfall at 263 meters, alongside the unique Waulpane limestone cave system. Visitors can explore varied ecosystems ranging from mist-shrouded cloud forests to the cascading falls of Laxapana and Bopath Ella.

Natural Wonders of Sri Lanka — Map

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Waulpane

Wavula Pane is a cave located in Bulutota Rakwana range, northwest of Embilipitiya one of the archeological site located in Sri Lanka.

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World's End (Plate 1)

Located within Horton Plains National Park, this sheer precipice drops approximately 880 meters. It offers panoramic views extending toward the southern coast, best viewed in the early morning before mist sets in.

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Bopath Ella Falls

Bopath Ella is a waterfall situated in the Ratnapura District of Sri Lanka.

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Adam’s Peak

Adam's Peak is a 2,243 m-tall conical sacred mountain located in central Sri Lanka.

E

Ellepola Ella

A multi-tiered waterfall located near Ratnapura, surrounded by dense vegetation and accessible via a short trail.

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Elephant bathing place

A section of the Maha Oya river where elephants from the Pinnawala Orphanage are brought twice daily to bathe and socialize.

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Baker's Falls

A 20-meter wide waterfall in Horton Plains National Park, named after explorer Samuel Baker. The falls cascade over a broad rock face into a pool surrounded by ferns.

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Ambuluwawa Tower

A 48-meter tall white spiral tower situated on the summit of Ambuluwawa Mountain. It provides 360-degree views of the central highlands and is part of a biodiversity complex.

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Laxapana Falls

Standing 126 meters high, this is the eighth-highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. It is located on the Maskeliya Oya and played a role in the country's first hydroelectric project.

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Bambarakanda Waterfall

The tallest waterfall in Sri Lanka with a height of 263 meters. It is situated in the Kalupahana area and is fed by a tributary of the Walawe River.

K

Chimney Pool

A natural pool located within the high-altitude plateau of Horton Plains National Park, situated along the park's main trekking circuit.

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Pahanthudawa Waterfall

A waterfall near Belihuloya named for its base pool, which resembles the shape of a traditional oil lamp. It is a popular spot for photography due to its unique rock formations.

M

Mini World's End

A cliff edge in Horton Plains National Park with a vertical drop of approximately 270 meters, offering views of the surrounding valley and mountains.

N

Surathali Ella

A 60-meter waterfall located near the Colombo-Badulla road. It cascades over a series of rock steps within the Kadawatha Meda forest reserve.

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Eli Hatha

A series of seven waterfalls located deep within the Peak Wilderness Sanctuary. Accessing these falls requires a strenuous trek through dense jungle.

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