Surathali Ella Falls

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Surathali Ella is a scenic waterfall located in the Ratnapura District of Sri Lanka, along the Colombo-Badulla main road (A4), near the town of Belihuloya. Its upper portion is visible from the road, and access to the base requires a short walk of about 50 meters. The fall is known for its ease of approach despite its relatively remote forest setting.

The waterfall drops from a height of approximately 60 meters and is about 2 meters wide. It flows in three segmented tiers over a rock face, creating a graceful, cascading slip rather than a sheer vertical drop. The water source lies in the Ellamana mountain range, and the watercourse contributes to the Kadawath River system.

Visitors can enjoy the tranquil ambiance, listen to the soothing sound of flowing water, and take photographs. Some choose to explore adjacent paths to reach vantage points or pools. The walk is short and accessible for many, though certain parts may involve rock stepping or mild scrambling.

The waterfall is best visited during or after rainy periods, when water flow is at its fullest and the foliage is lush. During dry months, flow may diminish, and paths can become slippery. Access is simple—driving along the A4, looking for signage or a footpath leading toward the falls—and it is open year-round for visitors.

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About Ratnapura District

Ratnapura is the provincial capital of Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka and the Ratnapura District in which the town is situated. Located some 101 km south east of Colombo, it is the centre of a long-established industry of precious stone mining including rubies, sapphires, and other gems. Apart from gem mining, the town is known for rice and fruit cultivations. Large plantations of tea and rubber surround the town. Tea grown in this region is called low-country tea. There is a well-established tourism industry in Ratnapura. Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Udawalawe National Park, Kitulgala, and Sri pada are especially popular among tourists.

Most of the large-scale gem businessmen of Sri Lanka operate from Ratnapura. The Rattnapura town depends on the gem trade. The town's agricultural industry is also well developed. Large plantations of tea and rubber surround the town. Although rice fields also used to be a common sight around the town, rice cultivation presently faces an uncertain future in Ratnapura because many farmers are giving up their rice cultivation and switching to gem mining which is a more productive way of earning money.

Special places in Rattnapura: The mountain Sri Pada -Adam's Peak, Maha Saman Devala, Delgamu Viharaya, Pothgul Viharaya, Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral St. Luke's Church, Rathneswaram Sivan Kovil, Jumma Mosque, Diva Guhava

About Sabaragamuwa Province

The Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka contains two main cities called Ratnapura and Kegalle. At an elevation of approximately 500 feet above sea level, Ratnapura is the provincial capital of Sabargamuwa. It is 60 miles (100 km) from the main coastal city of Colombo. Province of Sabaragamuwa The gem-mining centre of Sri Lanka is also a major crossroad between southern plains and the hill country to the east.

In Sabaragamuwa province there is a route to Sri Pada from Ratnapura direction. Excursions include Sinharaja Forest Reserve and Udawalawe National Park. The route towards hill country is beautiful. The surrounding area is a popular trekking destination and a good place for bird watching.

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