Ariyapala Mask Factory and Museum
Beautiful and terrifying masks displayed in the island’s only mask library.

Ariyapala Mask Factory and Museum in Sri Lanka displays a vibrant collection of traditional hand-crafted masks.

Why Go

🎭 Witness traditional mask carving and painting by fifth-generation artisans.
📜 Explore Sri Lanka's only mask library, dedicated to ancient plays and techniques.
👻 Discover hundreds-of-years-old masks meant to ward off evil spirits.
🛍️ Purchase unique, modern-made masks from the gift shop.

Tips

💰 A small donation is suggested if you don't purchase a mask.
📍 Also known as Ambalangoda Mask Museum, located in Ambalangoda.

Cost

💰 Visiting the museum is free.

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