What can tourists learn at the Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum?
I enjoy cultural history. Is this museum in Koggala focused on literature or general Sri Lankan village life and traditions.
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While it is the birthplace of the famous author, the museum is actually a massive collection of folk artifacts. You can see traditional bullock carts, ancient agricultural tools, masks, and household items from different eras. It is the best place in the south to understand the rural lifestyle of Sri Lanka. The gardens are also very peaceful for a walk after exploring the exhibits.
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