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Ravana Cave
ramayana trail
Ella · Hill Country

Ravana Cave

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Travel time
10 min from Ella town
Suggested duration
1-2 hours
Faith
hindu
Region
Hill Country
Why this site matters

Why this site matters

Spiritual importance

Key Ramayana site; the cave is said to have been part of an ancient tunnel system connecting to other parts of the country.

Visitor experience

A short, steep climb leads to the cave mouth; explore the dim cavern with a torch and watch for fruit bats.

Historical background

A network of caverns where King Ravana is believed to have hidden the abducted Sita.

Religious significance

Key Ramayana site; the cave is said to have been part of an ancient tunnel system connecting to other parts of the country.

Visitor experience

A short, steep climb leads to the cave mouth; explore the dim cavern with a torch and watch for fruit bats.

Things to do

  • Cave exploration
  • Combine with Ravana Falls
  • Hike Little Adam's Peak
Journey Intelligence

Recommended visit

Recommended stay
1-2 hours
Driving time
10 min from Ella town
Nearby sacred sites on this route
Seetha Amman TempleDivurumpola TempleRavana FallsHakgala Ashok Vatika

Nearby attractions

Ravana FallsNine Arches BridgeLittle Adam's PeakElla Rock
Hotels nearby

Hotels nearby Ravana Cave

Four tiers, Vallie's rates with savings vs market BB pricing.

Heritance Tea Factory
Recommended Mid-Range
12 km

Heritance Tea Factory

Distance to sacred site: 12 km
BB
$155
HB
$185
FB
$215
Market $205Save $50/night
Araliya Green Hills
Alternative
3.5 km

Araliya Green Hills

Distance to sacred site: 3.5 km
BB
$95
HB
$120
FB
$145
Market $130Save $35/night
The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
Premium Upgrade
4 km

The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya

Distance to sacred site: 4 km
BB
$195
HB
$230
FB
$265
Market $255Save $60/night
Ceylon Tea Trails
Luxury Upgrade
45 km

Ceylon Tea Trails

Distance to sacred site: 45 km
BB
$485
HB
$545
FB
$605
Market $595Save $110/night
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Related sacred sites
Seetha Amman TempleDivurumpola TempleRavana FallsHakgala Ashok VatikaTalaimannarRam Setu (Adam's Bridge)
Related attractions
Ravana FallsNine Arches BridgeLittle Adam's PeakElla Rock
Related hotels
Heritance Tea Factory · 12 kmAraliya Green Hills · 3.5 kmThe Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya · 4 kmCeylon Tea Trails · 45 km

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