Where to buy cheap wooden souvenirs in Sigiriya?

Affordable wooden souvenirs in Sigiriya can be found at the small, independent artisan stalls that line the main road heading up towards the Sigiriya Rock ticket counter and also around the local craft village.

While the bigger, guide-endorsed woodcarving factories show a lot of incredible craftsmanship, their prices often have massive guide commissions included. Negotiating straight with independent roadside carvers works out much cheaper for local mahogany and ebony elephants, masks, and puzzle boxes; sometimes you can even get better finishes if you ask.