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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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Mirage Colombo Hotel

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$367

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Oct 5 - Oct 9

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MaRadha Colombo

4 out of 5

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$455

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Oct 5 - Oct 9

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this 4-star 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 Colombo City Centre and Majestic City are located nearby.

The Steuart by Citrus

3.5 out of 5

Price was $1,023, price is now $645 per person

$645

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Oct 5 - Oct 9

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Bank of Ceylon Tower are located nearby.

The Ocean Colombo

3.5 out of 5

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$443

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Oct 5 - Oct 9

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

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Altair Luxury Colombo by Miracle

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$449

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Oct 5 - Oct 9

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

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Sofia Colombo City Hotel

4 out of 5

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$416

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Oct 5 - Oct 9

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

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Zylan Colombo

3.5 out of 5

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$420

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Oct 5 - Oct 9

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

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Granbell Hotel Colombo

3.5 out of 5

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$417

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Oct 5 - Oct 9

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

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