Tradition · Heritage · Generations · Global Research
Stilt fishing, known in Sri Lanka as Riti Panna, is one of the world's most remarkable traditional fishing methods. It is not only a way of catching fish — it is a cultural identity, a skill passed from one generation to the next. For centuries, families along the southern coast practiced this art. Koggala and Maradurawala stand as living museums of this heritage.
Our family has preserved stilt fishing across four generations. My father (passed 2001) taught me the wisdom of tides and hooks. My mother holds deep knowledge of the Bilikatuwa hook, rods, poles, and ancient methods rarely documented. This platform continues their mission.
Some believe stilt fishing is a staged show — but we affirm: it is a genuine fishing culture with deep historical roots. Koggala & Maraduwala remain authentic fishing grounds where traditional knowledge still thrives. Our mission is to protect and share this truth.
We welcome international researchers, hook-makers, and cultural enthusiasts from every nation. Traditional knowledge should be shared, not hidden. Our goal is to teach, preserve, and inspire respect for the ocean and its ancestral wisdom.
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