Sigiriya Craft Village Tourism

Type of destination: Cultural Site

Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours

Sigiriya Craft Village, located near the historic Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka, is a hub where visitors can observe and purchase traditional Sri Lankan crafts. The Craft Village is designed to preserve and promote the artisan skills inherited through generations. Tourists can see local artisans at work, creating intricate pieces such as batik fabrics, wood carvings, and hand-woven textiles. The village allows for a deeper understanding of local craftsmanship and offers an array of authentic souvenirs. One can also participate in workshops to get a hands-on experience of the craft-making process. The architecture of the village itself mirrors the cultural essence of the area, often adopting the same style seen in ancient Sri Lankan buildings. Sigiriya Craft Village serves not only as a marketplace but also as a platform for artisans to sustain their livelihood and keep traditional skills alive. With the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, serving as a spectacular backdrop, a visit to the Craft Village complements the cultural experience and provides insights into the rich heritage of Sri Lankan artisanry.

Top 5 Reviews on Sigiriya Craft Village

PhilandRuth

Wrote on 28th Feb, 2019

No hassle to buy

I just dropped by out of interest on a walk out of town. I wandered around the people making crafts and the main shop and enjoyed the fact that nobody hassled me at all. Interesting place if you hav..

HafsaPretoria

Wrote on 4th Jan, 2019

Touristic shops

The stuff on sale are all over priced and the usual items on sale all around Sri Lanka. Nice place to spend time if you have nothing else to do.

Kikikit21

Wrote on 26th Nov, 2018

Sigiriya Cafts Complex

This place seems to be under many names. Sigiriya Crafts Complex, Sigiriya Handicraft Processing Village and Sigiriya Handicrafts Village. However, if you can locate it on the way to the main entrance..

284umanga

Wrote on 24th Sep, 2018

Shippong..

Another good shop with nice collection of local artifects. However be careful with the price and other charges.

alangS5657LU

Wrote on 13th Sep, 2018

Beware of shipping and customs costs!!!

I would just like to warn people so they don't get surprised about shipping and customs costs like I was. If you plan to ship anything back to the US (possibly other countries), the cost is very sign..

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