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Kayman’s Gate was an entrance to the former Colombo Fort located at the foot of the Wolvendaal Hill in the Pettah district of Colombo, Sri Lanka. A historic free-standing bell tower still stands at the site, now at the intersection of Main and 4th Cross Streets. The bell tower at Kayman’s Gate was used as a curfew bell ‘to mark the closing of the Castle’s gates and lights out’. Following the demolition of the fort’s walls, the bell was used to summon the worshippers to prayer and praise at the Wolvendaal Church, with the bell tower becoming part of the church’s property.
The destinations in Sri Lanka always have their own stories, oftentimes attributing to the legends holds dear by the locals in honor of rulers, gods or any other respectable ancient figures. Makeli Ella is the same holding the belief of people who tells a legend of Vidiyabandara, a ruler of the region ascending as a deity named Makeli. Thus the name Makeli came to be in identifying the nearby waterfall. The waterfallis most popular amongst the domestic tourists and explorers when the development of roadways commenced. Oftentimes the waterfall and its immediate area is subjects to the rituals, religious events and many events that culture of the area seemed appropriate. This valuable water source located near the Lathpandura, Agalawatta in Kaluthara District. Beside the amazing views and activities, the relatively isolation has the perfect opportunity to house the bio-sensitive area. The Flora and fauna of the area are the most eye-catching and always monitored to ensure the perseverance of the endangered species.
