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Glen Falls in Nuwara Eliya
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About Glen Falls in Nuwara Eliya
Glen Falls originate from the northern side of Single Tree Hill in Nuwara Eliya which is located at an altitude of 2,070 m. It is the second largest waterfall in Nuwara Eliya. It is situated at a walking distance from the city centre. The perennial waterfall cascades down rocks from a towering height of 60-70 m. The perennial falls turned into a seasonal waterfall after it dried up excessively in the early 1990s. The falls are surrounded by a bevy of famous tourist attractions of Nuwara Eliya that are thronged by travelers all around the year. If you visit Glen Falls, make sure to stop by the stunning Windy Corner falls and Galwala Ella falls. It is situated at a distance of 2.17 km and 2.61 km from Glen falls respectively. The Glen Falls waterfall has over the years added to the boost in tourism in Nuwara Eliya. It accentuates the scenic beauty of the region. It comes as no surprise that the waterfall is synonymous with the city. Multiple hotels, like Glenfall Resort, and roads are named after it. The official residence of Governor Edward Barnes used to be located in the vicinity of the fall. It also used to serve as a retreat for the planters of Nuwara Eliya who cultivated tea in the nearby hills. It attracts a bevy of tourists and locals for reasons listed below.
Things to Do at Glen Falls
Glen Falls is one of the city’s most well-visited and well-known waterfalls. The trail to the waterfall offers several opportunities for hiking. You can hike in the forested region with a group of friends or with a guided tour. There’s a trail that runs along the fall too. There are also many shaded regions at the waterfall’s edge where you can have a little picnic. You can take a dip in the falls and cool off after the strenuous hike to Glen Falls. Then, you may hog on snacks with your friends to treat yourself for finishing the hike. If you want to get in a quick workout, you can also take your mountain bike and bike to the falls. Clearly, there are a range of things you can pursue here.
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Should one carry a walking pole to reach Glen Falls?
There is no requirement of a walking pole since the trek is very brief and uncomplicated.
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