No one who travels in Sri Lanka disputes the fact that streams and rills, running in search of a haven in which to settle down, make significant contribution to the scenic splendour of the mountain region. Streams of water rush down rocky promontories, or precipices, and form roaring waterfalls, before meandering slowly down the plains stretching to the coastal belt. Only a few of Sri Lanka's waterfalls can be viewed with ease. There are many more shrouded in thick forests - on the mountain slopes and in the valleys. The few that are within easy viewing range however, have delighted nature enthusiasts from around the world. Bambarakanda Falls The tallest waterfall in Sri Lanka which drops down 263 metres like liquid light. Its peak capacity is during September & October. It is only four miles away from the Colombo-Bandarawela road in a forest glade, but it is not visited often, though well worth the trip. Diyaluma Falls The second highest water fall is located 13 km towards “ Koslanda “ on the Wellawaya Road. It is 220 metres in height. Kirindi Oya Falls The third tallest waterfall. It cascades down 206 metres. Olu Falls The fourth tallest waterfall, 200 metres in height and belongs to the Kelani River. St. Claire Falls The widest waterfall in Sri Lanka, about 80 metres in height. Bopath Falls Along the Ratnapura road, on the Agalawatta crossroad which is very narrow and winding, one can see the beautiful “ Bopath Falls “.The 30 metre fall which descends in three cascades in the shape of a Bo leaf, is a spectacular sight. It can be seen from afar, from the road opposite the falls. Laxapana Falls Laxapana fall is 125 metres in height & belongs to the Kelani River. Aberdeen Falls A mere 5 Km away from Laxapana you will find the 98 metres high Aberdeen Falls. Devon Falls Devon falls ( 97 metres ) can be best viewed from the 20th mile post of the Talawakele-Nawalapitiya highway. Rawana Falls 49 metres in height. Visible from the Ella-Wellawaya road, near Udunuwara village. A popular stopover for travellers. Elgin Falls Railway between Nanu Oya and Ambewela offers a panoramic view of the 25 metres high Elgin Falls. Bridal Falls The winding highway to the Nuwara Eliya Plateau offers a memorable view of Bridal Falls, resembling a bridal veil, while dropping over the rock face. Ramboda Falls This water fall can be seen from the Ramboda Bazaar on the Nuwara Eliya-Ramboda road and it is 109 metres in height. Nawarathna Falls This fall is 109 metres in height and belongs to Mahaveli River. Mapanana Falls This fall Is 137 metres in height.