Inside the Gem World in Ratnapura - The Essential Experience
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Meeting Point / Location
- Please meet us in front of the KFC entrance in Ratnapura (Main Street). Your guide will be waiting for you wearing a red cap with the "brillianterra" logo, so you can easily recognize him.
Overview
Step behind the scenes of Sri Lanka's legendary gem trade in Ratnapura. Guided by a professional gemologist, discover how precious stones are mined, evaluated, cut, and polished in this immersive hands-on experience.
Discover a rare and intimate window into the captivating world of gemstones, led by an expert who reveals what typically remains hidden from most visitors. Through clear and engaging explanations, you will learn how precious stones are truly read, understood, and selected by professionals in the trade. This eye-opening journey is a must for every curious traveler visiting Sri Lanka's gem capital.
Highlights
- In Ratnapura, travelers will explore the city's vibrant gem culture through a
- Immersive visit with local lapidaries: watch skilled artisans cut, shape, and
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What's Included
Itinerary
Ratnapura Gem Trading District
- Gem Trading Areas & Artisan Workshops: Explore the city's vibrant gem culture through a guided visit of local trading areas and artisan workshops. Your local expert will explain how gemstones move from miners to brokers to cutters, with insights and evaluation methods reviewed by a professional gemologist.
Lapidary Workshop Visit
- Gemstone Cutting & Polishing: Immersive visit with local lapidaries where you will watch skilled artisans cut, shape, and polish gemstones, and observe the heating process used to enhance their color.
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