Originating from the Badulu oya, Dunhinda falls stands 63 metrs in height enhancing the beauty and allure of the Badulla area.
A unique creation of nature, Dunhinda falls and its surrundings have been by ancient kings and chiefains as a hideout to streng then their defencees during times of war.
According to legend, in the rock pool at the bottom of the falls, there lives fish that wears a gold earring.
Because of the force with which it cascades, this water fall cloaks its surroundings in ‘dun’ which means thick mist and it is from this that is derives its name.
With the misty spray and various birdcalls from its surroundings, the sight of Dunhinda falls, when viewed from its ‘lookout point’ is a breath to king experience.
