Moonstone Mine & Museum

Moonstone Mine & Museum

Attractions Ambalangoda
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About Moonstone Mine & Museum

The Moonstone Mine in Ambalangoda offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into Sri Lanka’s gemstone heritage. Famous for its rare blue moonstones found only in this region, the site combines traditional mining techniques with an educational museum experience.

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Traditional Moonstone Mining

Witness how local miners carefully extract moonstones from deep gravel pits using age-old methods passed down through generations.

Rare Blue Moonstones

Ambalangoda is one of the few places in the world where high-quality blue moonstones are naturally found.

Gem Cutting & Polishing Demonstration

Learn how raw stones are transformed into beautiful jewelry pieces through skilled craftsmanship.

Educational Museum Section

Explore displays explaining Sri Lanka’s rich gemstone industry and different types of precious and semi-precious stones.

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