The gorgeous view in Srilanka--StiltFishermen

🌊 A Single Wooden Pole Upholds a Millennium-old Livelihood 📍Location: Southwest Coast of Sri Lanka (Koggala, Weligama are the most iconic) 🐟 Unveiling the Reality Behind the Magic ▪️ Nowadays, most are "performance fishermen": Pay 500 LKR (≈12 CNY) to experience fishing on the pole, turning actual fishing into a side job. ▪️ Best times to experience: Early morning 5-7 AM / Evening 4-6 PM, avoid the midday backlight and turning into dried fish. ▪️ Hidden intricacies: The wooden pole actually has a crossbar tied to it as a footrest, otherwise, legs would cramp and fall into the sea. 💡 Beginner's Guide to the Experience Pole stance: Hold onto the pole tightly! The sea waves are 10 times more thrilling than imagined. Beware of scams: Watch out for "free photo" traps, you might be chased for tips after the photo is taken. 🌍 Cultural Reflection When the fisherman's son no longer learns to fish, when the wooden pole becomes a tourist check-in tool. This unique wisdom of the world is turning into a specimen of scenery. #Srilanka life#tripdiary#travel guide#SriLankaAdventures #TravelTales #SriLanka #Travel #StiltFishermen#Koggala Lake