After B fast visit a gem museum Sri Lanka, long associated with the
international gem and jewellery trade, has been known as the cradle of
treasures for its precious, natural gemstones. Both the artisan culture
of jewellery craftsmanship and Sri Lanka’s gem industry has been widely
acclaimed in literary works dating as far back as 250 B.C. Today Sri Lanka
has made its mark in the international market and is known for quality
gemstones and creating fine jewellery in a range of unique and exquisite
designs. With this reputation, the Sri Lankan gem and jewellery industry is
now geared to establish a world-class gem and jewellery hub. The entire industry employs approximately
600,000 persons including miners, cutters and polishers, dealers, jewellery designers, manufacturers and
craftsmen , marketers and sales people Sri Lanka is blessed with over 70 varieties of coloured stones
out of 200 found in the world and is among the five most important gem-bearing nations of the world.
Notably, Sri Lanka’s major strength is the “Ceylon Sapphire”. While Sri Lankan jewellery
manufacturers demonstrate remarkable craftsmanship, Sri Lankan gem suppliers offer a wide range
of Ceylon gems to the global gem market representing the country’s breathtaking natural heritage.
Visit wood Carving Factory .Handicraft of woodcarving in Sri Lanka has a long
history. The tradition of woodcarving in Sri Lanka is visible at Lankatilaka
Temple and Ambakka Devale at Kandy. At these temples, miniature replicas of
the low-relief wood carving done by the traditional woodcarvers can be bought
at fair prices. The three dimensional carvings of ebony Elephants, Buddha are
popular in Sri Lanka. Wood-carved decorative panels are used widely in Sri
Lanka in the trade of interior decoration too.A wide range of handicraft items
made of wood combine utility and beauty adding elegance to your lifestyle,
such as wall hangings, fancy jewellery, figurines, sculpture, lacquer products,
gift boxes, toys, educational items for pre-school children, household items are some of the woodcraft items produced in Sri Lanka.
Visit silk factory Silk's absorbency makes it comfortable to wear in warm weather and while active. Its low conductivity keeps warm air close to the skin during cold weather. It is often used for clothing such as shirts, ties,
blouses, formal dresses, high fashion clothes, lining, lingerie, pajamas, robes, dress suits, sun dresses and Eastern folk costumes. For practical use, silk is excellent as clothing that protects from many biting insects that would.
Visit Kandy Lake is an artificial waterbody that is considered a sacred relic
of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth. The lake was made back in 1807 and is
one of the best places to visit for a walk or jog along. The shady area next
to the temple offers its guests a view of the whole city. There are many
temples near the waterbody, but the lake was built to beautify the Temple
of the Sacred Tooth. The lake is surrounded by lush greenery and a
picturesque mountain stands tall right behind the hydric beauty.
