Laksala — Local services in Colombo

If you're looking for unique Sri Lankan handicrafts and gifts to take home with you, look no further than Laksala. This local retailer offers a wide range of high-quality items that showcase the cultural richness of Sri Lanka, all for an affordable price.

In my experience, the Laksala store offers an unparalleled selection of locally-made handicrafts, including beautiful ornaments, hand-carved figurines, and colorful textiles. I was especially impressed by the attention to detail in each item, as well as the clear dedication to preserving and promoting Sri Lankan craft traditions.

What's more, the prices at Laksala are extremely reasonable, making it easy to find the perfect gift or souvenir without breaking the bank. I especially appreciated the fact that the store offered a range of items at different price points, making it accessible to visitors with varying budgets.

Overall, I highly recommend visiting Laksala if you're interested in Sri Lankan culture and handicrafts. The store is well-curated, the staff is knowledgeable and helpful, and the prices are unbeatable. In short, Laksala is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to bring home a uniquely Sri...

Laksala is the only State owned Gift & Souvenir Boutique and was established under the National Crafts Council And Allied Institutions Act, No. 35 of 1982. Since then Laksala has witnessed numerous changes with an ever growing list of products on sale. Today Laksala operates through 13 branches located island wide and offer the widest variety of all Sri Lankan products at a reasonable price. Most importantly, Laksala enables the numerous industries that supply goods to it to stay both profitable and in business. Today you will find an eclectic blend of items ranging from selections of beautifully packaged tea and spices to, colourful batik ware to an elaborate collection of art and craft as well as the finest collection of traditional Sri Lankan Gems and Jewellery. Laksala is therefore your one stop guide and a visit to one of our stores feels like you visited ‘all...

Not sure what to make of this place, a state sponsored/owned gift shop. What would Comrade Corbyn give for those in the U.K., should he ever be PM? I digress.

Not only that it is in a gated compound, with what one can only be described as bedlam beyond the gates. Hoards of locals reaching through the gates shouting incoherently made for a confusing scene.

But... as it turned out, the people at the gate were Tuk Tuk drivers simply imploring the visiting tourists to go for a ride, or alternatively as we found out, the ride of your life.

Laksala though turned out to be a really interesting place with, at its heart, an attempt to be a co-operative promoting the skills of local craftsmen and women and locally produced goods. Loads of good quality products were on offer, so overall a worthy...