__Mask Art in Sri Lanka🎭 __

Mask art is traditional art of the Sinhalese people.

This is linked to dance traditions such as Kandyan, Low Country, Sabaragamuwa. 

Sri Lanka is an island famous for its masks. While we can not say for sure how long the history of this mask art goes back, it is safe to say that it is several centuries old. It is evident from their history that these masks were also associated with the Vedda people who are considered to be the ancestors of Sri Lanka. That history testifies that they painted their own bodies and faces to perform their sacrifices.

It is no secret that mask art in Sri Lanka represents a variety of cultural elements. At the same time, the mask art has made a reasonable contribution to the culture of Asia.

Ambalangoda in the Southern Province is one of the most famous masked cities in Sri Lanka. However, the city is famous not only for carving masks but also for selling masks. Masks have also become very popular in the Ambalangoda area among foreign tourists. These modern masks are adorned with bright colors and are also used as a ploy to attract tourists to sell masks. It has been a great help to raise. These masks are often used for various invisible forces.