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Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish.

Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment.

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Supun Arcade Residency

3 out of 5

Price was $675, price is now $363 per person

$363

per person

Feb 24 - Feb 27

found 4 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Havelock City Mall and Raux Brothers are located nearby.

Trillium Boutique Express Hotel

3 out of 5

Price was $1,281, price is now $606 per person

$606

per person

Mar 31 - Apr 8

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions House of Fashions and Royal Colombo Golf Club are located nearby.

Mirage Colombo Hotel

4 out of 5

Price was $1,066, price is now $576 per person

$576

per person

Mar 31 - Apr 8

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Havelock City Mall and Raux Brothers are located nearby.

MaRadha Colombo

4 out of 5

Price was $1,319, price is now $735 per person

$735

per person

Mar 31 - Apr 8

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Majestic City and Marino Mall are located nearby.

Vis Ta Vie -Thema Collection

4.5 out of 5

Price was $3,275, price is now $2,147 per person

$2,147

per person

Mar 31 - Apr 8

found 14 hours ago

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Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Kamburugamuwa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mirissa Beach and Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint are located nearby.

The Ocean Colombo

3.5 out of 5

Price was $536, price is now $367 per person

$367

per person

Feb 24 - Feb 27

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Raux Brothers and Majestic City are located nearby.

Zylan Colombo

3.5 out of 5

Price was $911, price is now $637 per person

$637

per person

Mar 7 - Mar 13

found 14 hours ago

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions House of Fashions and Sinhalese Sports Club are located nearby.

Zest Metropole

2.5 out of 5

Price was $626, price is now $476 per person

$476

per person

Mar 7 - Mar 13

found 14 hours ago

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe Prison Cell are located nearby.

Ahangama Vacation Packages 3-4 Night Stays

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Trillium Boutique Express Hotel

3 out of 5

Borella

Price was $581, price is now $341 per person

$341

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Feb 24 - Feb 27

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)