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.
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