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Lover’s Leap Falls – Nuwara Eliya

Discover Lover’s Leap Falls near Nuwara Eliya, a slender waterfall above tea-growing slopes. Read about its setting and practical advice for your visit.

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Province
Central

Location: Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya District, Central Province, Sri Lanka.

About Lover’s Leap Falls

Lover’s Leap is a small hill-country waterfall near the Hawa Eliya side of Nuwara Eliya. Its rocky setting and surrounding tea country make it suitable for a locally guided walk. The romantic story behind its name is a local legend.

Planning your visit

Confirm the permitted walking approach before crossing estate land. Footpaths may be uneven and slippery, and flow can be modest in dry periods. Wear shoes with grip, respect water-supply infrastructure and keep away from the top edge and wet rock face.

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