Veddahs in unison

Dambana is a remote jungle village of indigenous people renowned for its eco tourism prospects, situated about 300km from Colombo. The population of these indigenous Veddah people now consists of only about 350 families, a number significantly reduced from a once thriving community. TheVeddahs are influenced by their culture that they risk losing their traditions and what has been their livelihood for centuries.

However, they remain determined that their way of life will continue into future generations. The Chief of the Veddahs has said that his main worry is that he may not be able prevent the Veddah community from dying out and that it will not continue beyond his lifetime. Visitors to this fascinating village have the opportunity to meet and chat with the people who live there, learn about their traditions, and gain a unique insight into their way of life.