Ratnapura Gem Bureau, Museum & Laboratory
A reputable place to purchase gems with relatively low sales pressure is Ratnapura Gem Bureau, Museum & Laboratory. There’s a good display of local minerals and gems, as well as information on mining and polishing. A return three-wheeler trip from the centre of town should cost about Rs 400, including waiting time.
Tours That Go to Ratnapura Gem Bureau, Museum & Laboratory
South Coast, Wild Life, Gem City Tour
Day 1: Morning leave for Galle—the Dutch fortified city, 17th c. fortress bursting with life. Quaint shops. Purchase exquisite hand-made lace. Visit Hikkaduwa beach resort enroute. Overnight Galle.
Day 2: Morning leave for Tissamaharama gateway to Yala National Park. Afternoon tour of the Park. Overnight Tissamaharama/Yala.
Day 3: Morning leave for Ratnapura through cross country. Visit Gem mines and Gem Museums. Evening return to Colombo.
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