Samanala Dam is the third largest hydroelectric project in Sri Lanka and is located near Balangoda. It is in close proximity to Walawe river and Belihul Oya. It is famously known for the leak of the dam, which was later used to nourish agricultural areas. Despite the issues in construction, it still remains an exceptional area of attraction.

Duwili Ella

Duwili Ella, sometimes called Walawe Ganga East Falls, is a captivating waterfall about 40 meters high located in Thanjantenna village, near Kalthota in the Ratnapura District. Its name, Duwili, means “dust” in Sinhala—aptly describing the misty spray that surrounds the cascade, giving it an ethereal veil-like appearance.

Location & Distance from Faculty

• Situated approximately 27 km from Balangoda town and around 45 km from Belihuloya.
• From the Faculty of Medicine, located at Pambahinna, this typically translates into around 1.5 to 2 hours by vehicle, depending on road and traffic conditions.

Accessibility & Route

• Travel along the Colombo–Badulla (A4) route and turn onto the Balangoda–Kalthota road.
• Pay at the entrance or parking area, then hike approximately 500 meters downhill through lush forest trails to reach the viewing point.
• There’s a designated viewpoint for safe observation of the waterfall.