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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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MaRadha Colombo

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Sep 8 - Sep 13

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Delhi (DEL) 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.

Taru Villas Mawella - Tangalle

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Sep 8 - Sep 13

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Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Morakatiyara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mawella Beach and Godellawela Beach are located nearby.

Royal Retreat Sigiriya

3 out of 5

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$542

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Aug 12 - Aug 16

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Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Sigiriya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Sigiriya Museum and Ancient City of Sigiriya are located nearby.

Supun Arcade Residency

3 out of 5

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Aug 12 - Aug 16

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Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Raux Brothers are located nearby.

Riff Hikkaduwa

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Aug 10 - Aug 17

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Frankfurt (FRA) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hikkaduwa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Narigama Beach and Jananandharamaya are located nearby.

Ez Stay Guesthouse

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Stay at this 3-star hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Elphinstone Theatre are located nearby.

Sundaras Family Suites

2.5 out of 5

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Aug 10 - Aug 17

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Frankfurt (FRA) to Colombo (CMB)

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De Saram House by Geoffrey Bawa

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Sep 8 - Sep 13

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Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Stay at this 3-star hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Dewatagaha Mosque are located nearby.