Sunday, June 8, 2025

Hulangala | Selagama Mini-World's End | Mathale

 Hulangala meaning 'Wind Rock' in English is one of the few better known precipices in Sri Lanka; the most popular one being the World's End located in Horton Plains in Nuwara Eliya. Madolsima Viewpoint in Welimada is another attractive place. Hulangala is also known as Newgala because of the shape of the rock there. 

Watch the video for more details of a hike to Hulangala

The traveler together with his friends reached the View Point via Kurunegala, Ridigama and Yatawatta. The journey from Yatawatta to the Selagama tea estate where the Hulangala viewpoint is situated is motorable, a distance of around 9 km. 

You have to buy a ticket at the entrance to Hulangala. The price of a ticket for a local tourist is Rs. 100. Also you can arrange for a jeep at the entrance for which they charge Rs.6000. However, motorcycles are allowed. 

Most tourists prefer hiking while enjoying the beauty of the environment. The hiking trail falls through the tea estate.  There are several improvised resting places erected for the hikers. 

Once you reach the viewpoint , you are bewitched by the the beauty of the unique aerial view of the vast mountain ranges. The bluish mountains tinged with the patches of green is a pleasing sight which leaves an indelible memory. 

The estate authorities provide facilities for camping too. 

WARNING!

There is no protective guard fence at the edge of the precipice, just a painted yellow line. As the wind is sometimes strong you have to take extra precautions for your own safety, especially , if you take your kids with you. 







Monday, May 19, 2025

Bathing Point | Besama | A waterfall in Lunugala

Besama meaning a 'bathing tub' in Sinhalese is a mini waterfall situated at Lunugala near Passara. It is a safe bathing point for all age groups.  

Watch the Video below for more details of the place. 



Friday, May 2, 2025

Mulawella Rock | Sinharaja rainforest

Mulawella Rock is the fourth highest rock situated within the Sinharaja (Lion king) forest in Sri Lanka. The trail to the peak falls through the thick forest. One has to take all the precautions  for protecting oneself from leaches. The friendly guides of the park provides you with all the necessary information. 

The viewpoint provides you a life time experience. 

Watch the Video below for more details.






Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Sembuwatta Lake

Sembuwatta Lake is one of the most popular tourist attractions located at Elkaduwa, in the Matale District of Sri Lanka, adjacent to the Campbell's Lane Forest Reserve. Sembuwatta Lake is a man-made lake created from natural spring water. Alongside the lake is a natural swimming pool. Sembuwatta Lake is believed to be 9 m to 12 m deep. 
Watch the video for details of the place. 
Price of a ticket (local) Rs. 300.




Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Madolsima | Mini World's End | Punchi Lokanthaya

Madolsima situated in the Uva province closer to Passara (18 miles)  in the Badulla district can be described as one of the most picturesque mountain villages in Sri Lanka. The mesmerizing views of the mountains covered with tea plantations adds an indelible experience to life. 

Watch the Video for details of the tour. 


The blogger  made a motorbike tour to the Madosima Mini World's End on the Badulla-Passara rout on the 18th March 2025. 


The trail to Madolsima falls through tea estates. The mild climate does not make the visitor weary. The area is basically unpopulated. The majority community comprises of Tamil estate workers. The villagers are friendly with visitors. You don't find many shops on the way. 

However, the rout from Passara to the Mini World's End is motorable. It should be noted that due to the narrow winding nature of the stretch of the road , one has to be cautious all the time. A visitor can also take a bus from Passara to Madolsima and hire a Trishaw to the Mini World's End which is around 6 Km away. The main mode of transport in the area seemed to be Trishaw. 

There is a filling station at Madolsima. It is a great relief for the visitors. The police station is also located in the Madolsima town. 

Don't forget to make it your next tour. 

   Madolsimma town










Hulangala | Selagama Mini-World's End | Mathale

  Hulangala meaning 'Wind Rock' in English is one of the few better known precipices in Sri Lanka; the most popular one being the Wo...