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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

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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.

Beach & Bliss Mirissa

3.5 out of 5

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Mar 31 - Apr 8

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Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Mirissa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mirissa Beach and Parrot Rock are located nearby.

MaRadha Colombo

4 out of 5

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$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.

Pegasus Reef - A Beach Resort in Colombo

4 out of 5

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Feb 15 - Feb 22

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Bengaluru (BLR) 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.

Vis Ta Vie -Thema Collection

4.5 out of 5

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Mar 31 - Apr 8

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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.

Limeshine - Airport Transit Hotel

4 out of 5

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$412

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Feb 15 - Feb 22

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Bengaluru (BLR) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seeduwa - Katunayake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Negombo Beach and Dutch Canal are located nearby.

Villa Hundira

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Mar 31 - Apr 5

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Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)

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somerset mirissa blue

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Mar 31 - Apr 8

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Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Mirissa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mirissa Beach and Parrot Rock are located nearby.