Are there any hidden traditional pottery villages near Kelaniya.
We want to see local artisans making clay pots by hand. Where should we go.
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Yes, if you cross the Kelani River and head towards Biyagama, there are several small, traditional pottery villages. These areas have been producing handmade clay pots and water jugs for generations.
Buying a small clay cup or ornament directly from these families is a fantastic way to support the local artisans directly, avoiding the commercial tourist shops.
You can simply walk up to the small workshops operating in the front yards of local homes. The artisans are very friendly and often let tourists watch the fascinating process of spinning the clay on manual wheels.
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