Arts and crafts in Sri Lanka.
Jewellery, masks, lacquerware and more – discover the colourful and creative arts and crafts unique to Sri Lanka.Colour, creativity and commerce abound when it comes to arts and crafts in Sri Lanka.

Tradition and heritage are king, and people have been creating everything from jewellery to masks, lacquerware and ceramics here for time immemorial.

While it hurts a little to bring the word ‘souvenir’ into such a proud piece of cultural heritage, sometimes two plus two equals four. These distinctive mementoes are available throughout the stores of Colombo but travel outside the capital to see the work that goes into making them.

Prepare to be spellbound as deft hands weave intricate lace patterns out of nothing, or be amazed as the pottery wheels of Molagoda do their thing.

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