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Fines for drinking alcohol at Ravana falls near Ella

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Sophia M.•5940 rep•2

We bought some beers to drink at the lower pools of Ravana Falls in Ella. A local told us the police will fine us. Is this heavily enforced.

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asked 5 months ago

Sophia M.•5940 rep•2

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Yes, it is heavily enforced. Ravana Falls is located directly on a major highway, and there is a permanent police post right next to the bridge. Public consumption of alcohol is illegal in Sri Lanka, and they strictly crack down on it at waterfalls to prevent drownings and broken glass. You will be fined and your beers confiscated.

answered 5 months ago

Amali D.•5980 rep•1

We saw a group of tourists get escorted away by the police for passing around a bottle of Arrack there.

answered 5 months ago

Oliver B.•6015 rep•2

Just drink at the cafes on the Ella strip. It is much safer anyway.

answered 5 months ago

Suresh K.•6710 rep•1

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