Batik, Woodcarving and Silk factory

The batik firm in Sri Lanka, which originated in Indonesia and was introduced to the country by the Dutch at the turn of the nineteenth century, has evolved into a distinctive style of textile art that is unique to the country. In its purest sense, batik is a process of decorating a piece of cloth by drawing a pattern on it with wax and coloring the remainder of the cloth, resulting in a colorful mosaic with colored and uncolored parts. Woodcarving is an old tradition in Kandy. There are many witnesses to this in the Temple of the Tooth, Kandy. Get the opportunity to observe a traditional artist show their wood carving techniques to you. One natural protein fiber that can be woven into textiles is silk. Because of its absorbency, silk is perfect for wearing in warm weather and during physical activity. In cold weather, its limited conductivity keeps warm air close to the skin. You are welcome to join us as we explore some local silk stores.