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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

per person

Feb 24 - Feb 27

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

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.

Supun Arcade Residency

3 out of 5

Price was $1,083, price is now $556 per person

$556

per person

Feb 15 - Feb 22

found 14 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.

Beach & Bliss Mirissa

3.5 out of 5

Price was $1,398, price is now $868 per person

$868

per person

Mar 31 - Apr 7

found 23 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

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

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

$380

per person

Feb 24 - Feb 27

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

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.

Mirage Colombo Hotel

4 out of 5

Price was $689, price is now $448 per person

$448

per person

Mar 20 - Mar 24

found 24 hours ago

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Delhi (DEL) 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.

Ceylon Olive

4 out of 5

Price was $1,981, price is now $1,321 per person

$1,321

per person

Mar 31 - Apr 7

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Sahana Beach are located nearby.

The Ocean Colombo

3.5 out of 5

Price was $631, price is now $443 per person

$443

per person

Mar 20 - Mar 24

found 24 hours ago

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Delhi (DEL) 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 $686, price is now $501 per person

$501

per person

Mar 20 - Mar 24

found 24 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Delhi (DEL) 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.