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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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Trillium Boutique Express Hotel

3 out of 5

Price was $538, price is now $328 per person

$328

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Feb 24 - Feb 27

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Bengaluru (BLR) 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.

MaRadha Colombo

4 out of 5

Price was $597, price is now $380 per person

$380

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Feb 24 - Feb 27

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Bengaluru (BLR) 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.

Ayana Sea

4 out of 5

Price was $1,374, price is now $1,026 per person

$1,026

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Feb 23 - Feb 27

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Mumbai (BOM) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Wadduwa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Wadduwa Beach and Pothupitiya Beach are located nearby.

Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - All Inclusive

5 out of 5

Price was $1,090, price is now $817 per person

$817

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Feb 28 - Mar 3

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Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this luxury property in Ahungalla. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ahungalla Beach and Kosgoda Spice Garden are located nearby.

Pegasus Reef - A Beach Resort in Colombo

4 out of 5

Price was $662, price is now $512 per person

$512

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Feb 23 - Feb 27

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Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this beach resort in Wattala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Crow Island Beach and Muthuraja Wela are located nearby.

Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo

4 out of 5

Price was $541, price is now $441 per person

$441

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Feb 24 - Feb 27

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this B&B in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Chabad of Sri Lanka are located nearby.

Zylan Colombo

3.5 out of 5

Price was $575, price is now $469 per person

$469

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Feb 24 - Feb 27

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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.

Port View City Hotel

3.5 out of 5

Price was $450, price is now $372 per person

$372

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Feb 11 - Feb 15

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Mumbai (BOM) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Dutch Period Museum and Khan Clock Tower are located nearby.