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Lover’s Leap Waterfall in Nuwara Eliya
Visit the Sparkling Waterfall to Enjoy Scenic Beauty
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About Lover’s Leap Waterfall in Nuwara Eliya
Located in Nuwara Eliya in Sri Lanka, the Lover’s Leap Waterfall is a beautiful place to visit. One can have wonderful views of the city as well as the tea plantations from here. You will be left totally mesmerized by the place. A hiking trip to this small place will add a lot more excitement to your trip. One can take a walk in the plantations and feel highly pleased and delighted.
History Of Lover’s Leap Waterfall
There is a legend behind the Lover’s Leap falls. It is believed that once a royal prince fell in love with a beautiful local girl. But the king and the queen of Eliya didn’t allow them to marry. And both of them committed suicide here by jumping from the waterfall.
And, thus the place gets the name of Lover’s Leap Waterfall. Lover’s Leap in Sri Lanka is very famous for its romantic folklore.
Hike To Lover’s Leap Waterfall
One can have an amazing hiking experience when visiting this waterfall. The distance between the waterfall and the main road is less than 1.5 km. You can walk up to the waterfall and be mesmerized by the beautiful shimmering waterfall. And if you are a curious traveler, then you can also climb up to the top. There is a path that goes sideways to top of the waterfall. As you reach the top, you will witness the best scenes and stunning views.
Attractions near Lover’s Leap Waterfall
Here we have listed two attractions near Lover’s Leap Waterfall that you must visit after exploring this stunning waterfall.
1. Glen Falls: Located on Unique View Road in Nuwara Eliya, it is a seasonal fall in Sri Lanka. The waterfall can be witnessed from a distance. What makes this fall more beautiful is its location. It is submerged between greenery and tea plantations. Do visit this waterfall if you are visiting Nuwara Eliya in rainy season.
2. Shanthipura View Point: It is basically a city viewing point. Get lost in the beauty of Nuwara Eliya as you witness the beautiful place from Shanthipura View Point. One can also trek and reach the place. Have an amazing view of the hills around and don’t forget to get yourself clicked here.
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Lake Gregory Park in Nuwara Eliya
Located in Nuwara Eliya, Lake Gregory was constructed in the year 1873. Also known by the name Gregory Lake, it is a wetland converted into a beautiful lake. Used for recreational purposes, the lake is visited by large number of tourists every year. The lake is located in the heart of the city. And has now converted into a ...
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Lover’s Leap Waterfall in Nuwara Eliya
Located in Nuwara Eliya in Sri Lanka, the Lover’s Leap Waterfall is a beautiful place to visit. One can have wonderful views of the city as well as the tea plantations from here. You will be left totally mesmerized by the place. A hiking trip to this small place will add a lot more excitement to your trip. One can take a wa...
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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 perenni...
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Also called Mount Pedro, Pidurutalagala is the tallest peak of Sri Lanka. The Pidurutalagala height is 2,524 m. It is easily distinguishable from almost all the areas in Central Province. The Government of Sri Lanka and armed forces have built their communications array on the top of the peak. The communications array contr...
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The Nuwara Eliya Golf Club is situated in Nuwara Eliya and from the region of Gregory Lake it is within the distance of 2.8 km. This Club was founded in 1889 and is amongst the oldest clubs for golf in Asia. If you are fond of golf history, Nuwara Eliya Golf Club will provide you a once in a lifetime experience. After the R...
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Can one walk and reach the waterfall or need to take a tuk tuk?
Tuk Tuks are available but one should be careful from them. One can easily walk and reach the Lover’s Leap Waterfall.
Is it safe to visit Lover’s Leap Waterfall?
Yes, it is safe to visit the Lover’s Leap Waterfall. But do keep in mind that your basic safety is always in your hands and one should always remain alert.
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