Nuwara Eliya can be recognized as a remarkable tourism zone and one of the clusters of waterfalls are originated. Absolutely it was the heart of the tea country during the colonial era. This tropical land mark brings you the coolest but pleasant climate in Sri Lanka. In addition Lover’s leap fall, located at Hawaeliya (Nuwara Eliya- Kandapola road) is the closest water fall from the city of Nuwara Eliya. You can reach there within 2km in distance. It is 30 m in height gets more bombastic during the rainy seasons. While the fall downwards to the Nuwara Eliya beer is begun from the Piduruthalagala reservoir.
No any trip to Sri Lanka will be complete and fruitful without having a trip to the hill capital of Nuwara Eliya. Instead of this reason many local and foreign travelers arrive in Sri Lanka. There is a beautiful legend behind this beautiful small cascade. Once upon a time, a royal prince went for hunting in the jungle. On the way, he met an Eliya girl. He fell in love with her. But the Eliya king and queen against and opposed the marriage. Eventually, the prince and the girl decided to suicide by jumping off from the water fall. Since then the water fall became famous for Lover’s leap waterfall. Perhaps it will be a bit hard to climb the top, but well worth the Eliya looking scenery from the top. The climb is recommended for beginners in hiking. But make sure not to jump over slippery rocks and stones. Even the lake Gregory can be seen from the Lover’s leap fall.
Unfortunately, some youngsters have been addicted to visiting the waterfalls after drinking alcohol. Therefore it will be better to visit the place with a tour guide. However, this beautiful gift of Mother Nature is a must to be visited on your journey to Nuwara Eliya. Be aware from leeches on your way to the fall. Take some time with you and, if you were bitten put few drops of lime and it will leave you.