Ella Trip Overview
Diyaluma Falls is 220 m (720 ft) high and the second highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 361st highest waterfall in the world.It is situated 6 km(3.7 mi) away from Koslanda in Badulla District on Colombo-Badulla highway. The Falls are formed by Punagala Oya, a tributary of Kuda Oya which in turn, is a tributary of Kirindi Oya.In Sinhalese, Diyaluma or Diya Haluma means “rapid flow of water” or may be translated as “liquid light”. According to Sri Lankan historian, Dr. R. L. Brohier, Diyaluma is the setting of the folklore about a tragedy involving a young chieftain who had been banished to the highlands and the attempt by his betrothed to join. As all the passes were guarded the young man let down a rope of twisted creepers over the escarpment, as she was hauled up she was dashed against the rocks and died. The Gods, moved to pity by the harrowing spectacle, caused a stream of water to gush from the mountain and veil all evidence of the tragedy in a watery light, hence the term Diyaluma
Additional Info
Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Ella, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Hiking & Camping
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Diyaluma Falls is 220 m (720 ft) high and the second highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 361st highest waterfall in the world.It is situated 6 km(3.7 mi) away from Koslanda in Badulla District on Colombo-Badulla highway. The Falls are formed by Punagala Oya, a tributary of Kuda Oya which in turn, is a tributary of Kirindi Oya.In Sinhalese, Diyaluma or Diya Haluma means “rapid flow of water” or may be translated as “liquid light”. According to Sri Lankan historian, Dr. R. L. Brohier, Diyaluma is the setting of the folklore about a tragedy involving a young chieftain who had been banished to the highlands and the attempt by his betrothed to join. As all the passes were guarded the young man let down a rope of twisted creepers over the escarpment, as she was hauled up she was dashed against the rocks and died. The Gods, moved to pity by the harrowing spectacle, caused a stream of water to gush from the mountain and veil all evidence of the tragedy in a watery light, hence the term Diyaluma
Itinerary
Upper Diyaluma Falls hike begin your full-day tour of the gorgeous Diyaluma Falls, Sri Lanka’s second highest falls, once you’re picked up from your hotel. You’ll then trip Koslanda. wherever you’ll begin atiny low hike to the higher space of Diyaluma.
Once you’ve reached your destination, you’ll expertise exciting views of the natural depression. And also the encompassing Sri Lankan geographic region. Also have the possibility to take gorgeous photos and relax upon the cliff. There’ll even be ample time for you to relish a refreshing dip in these pristine, crystal-clear waters, permitting you to completely unwind and escape the daily grind of recent life. Upper Diyaluma falls hike includes picnic lunch too. You’ll end the tour with unforgettable recollections of the natural fantastic thing about Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.
Stop At:
• Diyaluma Falls, Colombo – Batticaloa Hwy, Koslanda 90190 Sri Lanka
• Rawana Falls, Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Hwy, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
• Prabhawa Mountain Day View Point Haputale, Haputale Mountain, Haputale Sri Lanka
