The source of this breath-taking, 116m-high fall is the Kirindi Ella, which flows from its 
starting point 940m up the Kuttapitiya Mountain. The stream travels 13km before the 
cascading point in the Kaluwaramukalana Jungle.
It is worth noting however, that the water completely dries up during times of drought 
and there have been no reports of found treasure. In the wooded area surrounding the fall, 
a multitude of plant species can be found, together with wildlife including wild boar, cobra,
 monkeys and reptiles.
This area was previously known as Kustapitiya, meaning itch, as folklore has it that a king 
suffering from an itch had lived here. Local villagers also believe that during Halloween, human 
voices can be heard near the fall. Furthermore, it is said that fireballs can be seen in the skies 
above the fall at night.The nearest town to Kirindi Falls is Pelmadulla, Ratnapura District 

(Copy of Sri- The waterfall hunter)