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Masks are used in various dramatic rituals in Sri Lanka. These can be classified as mythological, demonic, animal-spirit and human figures. The traditional Mask Carving in Mirissa goes back more than 300 years and has been continued by twelve generations. There are 72 different masks for 72 dances. (Kolam Natum) There are 5 special masks which can be found only at Mirissa, namely; 1. Narasinghe Raksha, 2. Panchanari Getaya, 3 Narilatha Getaya, 4. Kara Pita Kolama, and 5. Deva Giri Kolama. Although the town of Ambalangoda along the Southern Coast road has established its name as the home of devil dancing and mask making traditions that have been carried out for generations, Mirissa too has a long tradition of mask making. These two groups perform at various contests, often in competition. Special performances of devil dancing is organized to those interested parties by M. Martin Amarasinghe, Udupila.
There is a huge mound adjoining the temple which is believed to be an ancient Stupa. This Viharaya had been established in the early nineteenth century by Ven Thiranagama Buddharakkhitha Thero, and the current chief incumbent is Ven. Tharapeiriye Saranasiri Thero. This location is at the Mirissa beach famously known as Veheragalla
There is a well maintained library at the temple where a treasure of ancient books including Ola leaf books are preserved. The other important feature in this temple is the paintings on the walls of the Viharaya, which belong to the Kandyan era. Those paintings depict stories of the birth of Buddha and Jataka stories for people to leam the consequences of good and bad actions.
Whales and Dolphin watching in the beautiful Southern Coast of Sri Lanka took off early from Galle and Mirissa Fishery harbours. The Ceylon Fishery Harbours Corporation is presenting an aquatic adventure in Sri Lanka for both local and foreign tourists. These excursions surely are exciting, but in comfortable boats complying with international safety standards.
Garanduwa is a beautiful lagoon containing mangroves and has been declared a nature reserve. Visitors can watch birds like Kingfisher, Herons, Egrets, Gulls, Terns, and Lapwings etc. It is an ideal place for a walk watching the beauty of nature.
