Sri Lanka is well known for its precious and semi-precious gems such as the Blue Sapphire. Pay a visit to a model mine in Kandy in order to understand the local gem mining process in a safe environment. Learn all about Sri Lanka’s precious stones from your guide who is an expert on them.
Observe the mechanised miner figurines to get a better idea of the steps involved in mining gems. Take a close look at both the traditional gem cutting equipment and the newer lapidary machines. They work miracles on the rough stones by transforming them into sparkling gems. The Gem Lapidary excursion takes 1.5 to 2 hours and can be arranged anytime during the day at your convenience.
