Well maintained place. Can get very valuable information of the great writer Mr Wickamasinghe. It helps to generate knowledge on southern living of Srilanka with variety of artifacts.

Koggala Martin Wickramasinghe Museum Complex is situated on the Galle – Matara Main Road in Koggala.

Recommended to visit here with kids. But if you have read at least one book of Mr Wickamasinghe ,,really you will feel it. Vehicle parking is available ( free) Entry tickets are required , Adults 100 LKR. Kids greater than 6Y to be required entry tickets. If you follow up the walking direction, you can enjoy the visit without missing anything. All ancient time tools, instruments, machines, costumes and vehicles can be seen. The house of Martin Wickamasinghe was the best place. The environment is cool. Do not try the given boat safari offered by the guy who is waiting at the car park. The actual cost is much lower than that. There was an ATM close to the main road.(BoC)

Wonderful place with excellent collection of our recent past as well as Mr Martin Wickramasinghe.

It is not all about the Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe’s books and the life events. It is also a very good place to study about the village life, culture and the history. Better suited for school children. Eventhough it is very close to the galle road, the environment is calm and peaceful. Enough parking space is available in front of the premises and visitors have to buy a ticket to enter the premiss Overall it is a very good experience.

Nice museum, can gather a lot of info. Definitely well worth for the kids.

One of the pioneers of modern Sri Lankan sinhalese literature Martin Wickramasinghe's many valuable memories are stored in this museum with down south artifacts from the colonial period as well. A very valuable trip and a must if you are visiting down south.

You can learn many things about Srilankan culture.

Koggala Martin Wickramasinghe Museum Complex is situated on the Galle – Matara Main Road in Koggala. It is the ancestral home of the renowned Sri Lankan Writer and Poet Martin Wickramasinghe where he lived with his family. The surviving part of the house has been converted in to a museum complex displaying artifacts, photographs, awards and souvenirs of the great writer. The house converted in to a museum is located in a naturally breathtaking backdrop in this small village.

Good place to visit and study the sri lankan inheritance

A place where you can learn about the history, culture and art of Sri Lanka. Especially for children. A beautiful place that is well maintained.

Great value for students to know about ancient village life and tradition of srilanka.

Very good place to visit. There are so many things to learn in this place. Very useful place to visit.

Peaceful place, lot of old stuff to see ,good for kids. You cn peacefully have a picnic too.

It is a place where there was a worthy man of the era, which should be visited especially with small children. Here in the museum you can see the cultural elements and goods that we did not see in the past. As well as a great wealth of knowledge, the opportunity to see a lot of valuable information will arise here. Here you will be able to see Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe's house and the things he used in a very beautiful environment. Books written by Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe are also available.

Lot of things to learn, particularly to childrens in grade 5, recommended to all childrens

Great place to visit to learn famous author Martin Wickrasinghe and ancient culture.

You can buy any book written by Martin Wickramasinghe for very cheap price in here. Culture of ancient Sri Lanka has exhibit here.

Visiting the Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum was an incredible journey through Sri Lankan history and culture. This place is an absolute treasure and holds immense value for anyone interested in the rich heritage of Sri Lanka, especially during the colonial era. The displays of tools from various rural industries and the vibrant cultural dresses are enlightening. It’s an ideal spot for families too; your kids can gain a wealth of knowledge about our past with just one visit. What’s impressive is the well-managed environment, which stands out compared to similar places run by government archaeological departments. At just 100 LKR for adults and 50 LKR for children, it’s an affordable educational experience. While the toilet facilities might not be top-notch, the ample parking and friendly security staff ensure a comfortable visit. Don’t miss out on this valuable cultural gem!

Can obtain knowledge about the personal life of Martin Wikramasingha and his achievements. Also have museum that depicts traditional Sri Lankan history.

MARTIN WICKRAMASINGHE was very famous writer in his own era. In the museum named after him, one can see the various clothes of old time southern people and puppet lovers can see Sri Lankan style puppet collection. Then there is a collection of carts used for commuting, transport of goods as well as used for racing in annual festivities. Finally the home he lived in and a collection of newspaper articles about him and accolades he had received. A worthwhile experience.

I went there in 2001 as a kid and now again in 2023. Looked somewhat the same. Students following the local syllabus should definitely visit this place.

Birth house of great writer Mr Marting Wickramasingha now formed in to cultural folk museum. Lot of things to watch and learn. History and sri lankan culture. They even has a wood made statue of king RAVANA. All the cultural dancings, arts, crafts, early knowledge of metal works everything there for yku. Its good to bring kids there to learn about history

Amazing place to visit with family. So much history to know and learn about one of the greatest author in Sri Lanka. You can buy books if you interested in the same place with discount if you are lucky.

This is the famous place which is the ancient valuble things stored of our great leader Martin wickramasinghe.

A place filled with history! Must visit for any book lovers, especially ppl who have read Madol Duwa. Good history about the author.

The surviving part of the Martin Wickramasinghe's house has been converted in to a museum complex displaying artifacts, photographs, awards and souvenirs of the great writer. The house converted in to a museum is located in a naturally breathtaking backdrop in this small village.

Very good place to visit with children between 8-15 age groups

It's a national asset. Must protect it with utmost care.

Well maintained museum. Management is helpful. Children should visit this place as there are a lot of artifacts related to ancient folk Sri Lanka.

This is the one of place you can learn about Sri lankan culture and you can learn more things about our greatest writer Mr. Martine Wickramasinghe.

It is also a very good place to study about the village life, culture and the history. Better suited for school children.

Open from 9 am to 5pm. Take time with exhibits.Suitable for children. Can learn a lot from the place. Usually not very crowded. Parking facilities available. All Martin Wickramasinghe books are available for a discounted price.