Unawatuna Traditional Jewelry Making Activity

5.0 (2 reviews) Talpe, Sri Lanka
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Skip the tourist shops and connect with Sri Lanka's living heritage. Led by a local insider, this rare workshop gives you exclusive access to an authentic, generational smithy where you will master centuries-old techniques to forge your own gemstone ring, turning a beautiful craft into a deeply personal memory of Galle.

What's included

  • Guided Factory Tour: An educational walkthrough of the workshop covering gemstone identification,
  • Master Artisan Guidance: Dedicated, step-by-step instruction and assistance from licensed
  • High-quality sterling silver provided for you to melt, shape, and forge into your custom ring.
  • Use of Traditional Tools: Full access to an artisan workbench equipped with authentic

What to expect

See how raw materials become wearable art as you melt, roll, shape, and solder your own custom sterling silver ring using traditional techniques perfected by Southern Sri Lankan metalsmiths, before choosing from an array of brilliant cut sapphires and moonstones to create a permanent, beautiful memory of your time in Galle.

  1. Unawatuna
  2. Talpe
  3. Ahangama
  4. Mirissa Beach
  5. Mihiripenna Beach

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Conveniently located right on the main Matara Road (No. 78), just minutes away from the vibrant shores of Unawatuna Beach and a short drive from the historic Galle Fort, Adhi Jewellery is a premier destination for fine gems and traditional craftsmanship in the Southern Province.

End point

Conveniently located right on the main Matara Road (No. 78), just minutes away from the vibrant shores of Unawatuna Beach and a short drive from the historic Galle Fort, Adhi Jewellery is a premier destination for fine gems and traditional craftsmanship in the Southern Province.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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