Bakers Fall. Horton Plains National Park. Sri Lanka is a photograph by Jenny Rainbow which was uploaded on June 14th, 2012.
Bakers Fall. Horton Plains National Park. Sri Lanka
Horton Plains National Park is a protected area in the central highlands of Sri Lanka and is covered by montane grassland and cloud forest. This... more
Title
Bakers Fall. Horton Plains National Park. Sri Lanka
Artist
Jenny Rainbow
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Horton Plains National Park is a protected area in the central highlands of Sri Lanka and is covered by montane grassland and cloud forest. This plateau at an altitude of 2,100-2,300 metres (6,900-7,500 ft) is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region. This region was designated a national park in 1988. It is also a popular tourist destination and is situated 32 kilometres (20 mi) from Nuwara Eliya.
The Horton Plains are the headwaters of three major Sri Lankan rivers, the Mahaweli, Kelani, and Walawe. In Sinhala the plains are known as Maha Eliya Plains. Stone tools dating back to Balangoda culture have been found here. The plains' vegetation is grasslands interspersed with montane forest, and includes many endemic woody plants. Large herds of Sri Lankan Sambar Deer feature as typical mammals, and the park is also an Important Bird Area with many species not only endemic to Sri Lanka but restricted to the Horton Plains. Forest dieback is one of the major threats to the park and some studies suggest that it is caused by a natural phenomenon. The sheer precipice of World's End and Baker's Falls are among the tourist attractions of the park.
In Feng Shui, water is related to money. Images of waterfalls can helps us connect with the never-ending flow of universal abundance.
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June 14th, 2012
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Comments (38)
Bruce Bley
What an absolutely gorgeous capture, Jenny!! I love the different tiers of the falls and the composition. I appreciate your description. Well done!! F/V
Jenny Rainbow replied:
Bruce, I appreciate your words and so glad you like it! The waterfall itself is very spectacular but always crowd with so many people, its difficult to get the right moment without anybody!
Bruce Bley
Beautiful capture, Jenny. I love how you captured the water. Someday I will learn how to do this. F/V
Bob Christopher
Hi Jennie...I like your image. A gorgeous waterfall and a gorgeous image. nicely done...Cheers Bob
Jenny Rainbow replied:
Bob, thanks a lot, its really a beautiful natural corner, I was so glad to find it! :-)
Guy Whiteley
Nailed it, Jenny. Fav and Vote.
Jenny Rainbow replied:
Thank you very much, Guy, its one of my first attempt with the big waterfalls/ water flow on the long exposure...
Michael Degenhardt
What a fantastic shot, capturing not only the beauty of the location but that beauty that lies in the action of moving streams and rivers. Beautiful!
Patty Gross
Such an outstandingly beautiful composition and pov. I love this stunning and peaceful scene. Very well done, Jenny!