
Devon Falls is one of Sri Lanka’s most popular waterfalls. It is located in the Dimbula area of Nuwara Eliya District. If you search Google for the term “Sri Lanka,” the results will undoubtedly include this magnificent waterfall. It is an icon that shows the beauty of Sri Lanka. However, you should keep in mind that “Sri Lanka is a rich country with waterfalls.”
Location of the Devon Waterfall
Devon Falls is situated near the Hatton-Nuwara Eliya main road. The waterfall is approximately 30 kilometers from Nuwara Eliya. It belongs to the Nuwara Eliya district of Sri Lanka. The height of the fall is 97 meters. It is considered the 19th-tallest waterfall in the country. The altitude of the area is 1140 m above sea level. It is formed by a branch river of the Kotmale Oya. Kotmale Oya then joins the Mahaweli River in the Kotmale area.
Devon Falls View Point
There is a nice viewpoint to watch the beauty of the waterfall on the Hatton-Nuwara Eliya road. You can sit there and observe the waterfall very clearly. The place is also nice for taking photographs. Mlesta Tea Castle is near the viewpoint. So, you can go there and sample some tea. The viewpoint is comprised of enough spaces to park your vehicles.
This is the place where most travelers capture photographs of the waterfall. There is no other place to appreciate the beauty of this waterfall.
More Facts About Devon Falls
The waterfall received this name due to a tea planter in the British Colonial era. The name of the planter was “Devon.” He managed the surrounding tea estates near this waterfall. This is the name given to the waterfall laterally. Today, the Devon Ella Waterfall is surrounded by beautiful tea estates.
It’s not easy to reach the waterfall. The top of Devon Falls, on the other hand, can be reached. But it’s extremely difficult to reach the bottom of the waterfall. Some deaths have been recorded around this waterfall. As a result, this is not the best location for a bath. Don’t even try to get close to the waterfall. In the rainy season, you cannot see the actual form of the waterfall due to the huge amount of water.
Our Visits
As the author, I’ve been to the Devon Falls lookout point a few times. I always stop at the place and stay for a few minutes while watching the waterfall. I have found a few sellers near the viewpoint. They were selling essential items to travelers. It’s a really fabulous place, and you can wait there for a long time by watching the beauty of the waterfall.
Final Words
There is another beautiful waterfall near this one called “St. Clair Waterfall.” It is another famous waterfall on the island that is located a few kilometers away from here. So, I suggest you watch Devon Falls if you drive through the Hatton–Nuwara Eliya road.
(Featured Image Credit: Amila Herath)