Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish.

Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment.

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The Sandhya is a top beachfront hotel with free continental breakfast and free WiFi, and it's located on Kabalana Beach. Other good choices for your beach trip include Coast 67 Boutique Hotel and Hotel Kabalana.

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You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Ahangama: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Ahangama are May, November, September, and October, with each month seeing an average of 12 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do around Ahangama?

After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Turtle Bay Beach or Weligama Beach for some relaxation by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Kabalana Beach and Midigama Beach. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Midigama Left Surf Break or Koggala Lake.

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