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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Are you and your partner in need of a romantic escape? If you'd like to explore some of the area's notable sights, you might make a stop by Kabalana Beach, Koggala Lake or Midigama Beach. If you're interested in staying close to a certain attraction, you can sort properties by neighbourhood and proximity to top sights, so you and your partner will get to see everything on your list.

When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Ahangama?

If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures in Ahangama: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Ahangama are May, November, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 305 mm of rainfall.

What is there to do in Ahangama?

There's nothing better than wandering around a new destination with your sweetheart, so consider taking time to discover all there is to see and do in Ahangama. Kabalana Beach, Koggala Lake and Midigama Beach are worth a stop when you're out and about.

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