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The Fortress Resort and Spa

Carving the Masks of the South

Unleash your inner artisan amid Sri Lanka’s vibrant south, crafting intricate wooden masks steeped in ancient folklore and devil dance traditions. Embrace a hands-on cultural rite, seamlessly woven into your Fortress Resort & Spa holiday.

In a hidden studio fragrant with teak and jak wood, breathe life into low-country legends: the fierce Gurulu Raksha eagle-demon, mischievous Kolam masks with bulging eyes, and serene Sanni healers from rituals that ward off ailments. Under master carvers’ watchful eyes, wield chisels to sculpt exaggerated expressions, wild manes, gaping maws, swirling patterns, infused with stories of village exorcisms and Kandyan pageantry. Each stroke captures the island’s dual soul: playful spirits and protective deities, polished to jewel-like gleam for your personal talisman.

Etch your legend into wood today.

Adult: USD 110

 

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