This waterfall measures approximately 25 m (82 ft) in height and cascades from an oval-shaped concave rock outcrop.

[2] The falls have been named after the legendary king Ravana, who is connected to the famous Indian epic, the Ramayana.

The reason for the kidnapping is said to be exact revenge for slicing off the nose of his sister by Rama (husband of Sita) and his brother Laxmana.

[citation needed] The Ravana Ella Cave lies at 1,370 m (4,490 ft) above sea level on the foundation of a cliff.

Excavations undertaken in the cave uncovered evidence of human habitation dating back to 25,000 years.