Homing more than 350 of waterfalls, Sri Lanka is known as a magical paradise for a few reasons and surely the preservation and presentation of mind blowing waterfall series for its tourists making Sri Lanka as one of the top most visited destinations in the world.
About Devon Falls
Devon Falls is known as one of the most scenic and amiable waterfall beauties in Sri Lanka that timelessly reigns at the top most visited waterfalls in the country. Nourishing by the famous Kotmale river, the fall is located about 1159 meters from the sea level.
The waterfall is named as Devon as a tribute to one of the most famous British coffee planter. Being one of the top most popular sites in Nuwara Eliya Devon waterfall attracts thousands of tourists throughout the year from all across the globe. The waterfall is known as the 19th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka which is 97 meters in its height.
One of the most celebrated facts about the waterfall is, it has several breathtaking view points which gracefully offer you a closer view to the waterfall. The way that the waterfall leaps and embrace the rocky surface beneath the fall produce a spontaneous of cinematic effects and experiences that will surely not escape from your camera lenses. The background of the waterfall is filled with full of lush and extensive tea plantations that created a magical atmosphere to the scene.
So as you can be more creative when planning your itinerary to add some mini trekking activities and tea plantations visits while you are heading to explore this beautiful waterfall.
Location
The central highlands of the country where the heart of the island lays proudly present a great showcase of waterfalls, whereas you will find most of the famous waterfalls in Sri Lanka.
Devon Falls is right found in famous Nuwara Eliya district, and you may take 6 Km west of Thalawakele, on A7 highway before you reaching fascinating Hatton. From Nuwara Eliya the waterfall located just 30 Km away.
If you are heading from the commercial capital Colombo, it’s about 135 that you have to complete and it will be found 4 hours drive and you may come through Awissawella-Hatton road.
If you are planning to get the best view of the waterfall you may head to the famous tea center Mlesna. And to reach the top of the waterfall you can simply come through 700 meters down from Dimbula-Nawalapitiya road.
Best time to Devon Falls
Devon Falls is best found in its climax during the heavy shower rainy season that records from the time of December to March. During the time the water gushing from the top of the hills and splashing into crystal dusts at once which is such a tempting sight to explore in naked eyes.
The waterfall is very much invited to discover throughout the year, yet if you make it during low raining seasons you may not see the fullest performance of the falls that creates when water rushing from heights forcefully.
Editorial Staff at Ceylon Empire Travels are Specialist in Sri Lanka Travel.
