Destination: Sri Lanka
Kandy National Museum
Kandy National Museum preserves former Kandian royal palace rooms, displays weapons and ceremonial regalia, and showcases household artifacts that map court life and resistance. The museum provides wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking, presents interpretive labels in English and local languages, and lacks an on-site restaurant so bring water or plan a nearby stop. Allow 60–90 minutes, vi... »
Traditional Puppet Art Museum
Traditional Puppet Art Museum preserves Sri Lankan string puppetry; it displays hand-carved marionettes, period costumes, and miniature props; it teaches visitors how tiny adjustments in strings create expressive movement. The venue stages short, intimate performances that focus on storytelling and technique; artisans often work on restorations in plain view; the entrance is wheelchair-accessible ... »
Sri Lanka Air Force Museum
Sri Lanka Air Force Museum pairs an operational airbase with preserved vintage aircraft and mission artifacts, offering unusually close cockpit access and the rare chance to witness real flight movements. The site provides wheelchair-accessible entrances, free parking and an onsite restaurant, so families and visitors with mobility needs can plan a comfortable visit. Expect a mix of crisp interpre... »
Gem Museum
Gem Museum is a combined gemology center and retail gallery; it showcases raw stones, lapidary demonstrations, and finished jewelry. The museum documents provenance and common treatments, processes purchases with credit and debit cards, and provides delivery for fragile items so travelers can buy with less hassle. Plan at least an hour, request loupe viewings and certificates, and expect an inform... »
