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Ratnapura Gem Museum
Melhor época para visitar
It is best to come between 9 and 11 in the morning, because at this time the gems look amazing in the soft light. The crowd is less on weekdays.
Dicas para economizar
The entry fee is around 500-1000 rupees, which is quite reasonable. Discount is available for students, and avoid shopping at the museum shop because similar gems are available cheaper in the outside market.
Recomendado para
Jewelry enthusiasts, Those interested in geology, Families, Photography enthusiasts
Planeje sua visita
1.5-2 hours
Sobre
Fatos rápidos: Aqui estão expostos mais de 200 tipos de pedras preciosas e semipreciosas, muitas delas extraídas diretamente das minas de Ratnapura. O museu também abriga fósseis de 300 milhões de anos, que contam a história geológica da ilha.
Destaques: Aqui está exposto um enorme safira de 370 quilates que vai deixar você de olhos arregalados. O museu tem uma seção interativa onde você pode tocar em ferramentas reais de mineração e ver ao vivo o processo de corte e polimento das pedras.
Dicas de quem conhece
- Do not forget to carry a camera, the shine of the gems is best captured in pictures taken while standing on the second floor.
- Do not forget to tip the guide, they will tell you stories that you will not find in any book.
- The diamond and sapphire room has the most crowd, go there first and then see the rest of the galleries.
- Avoid going on the weekend, Monday or Tuesday is almost deserted.
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