A lesser known fact about Sri Lanka is their world leading quality sapphire industry. Or maybe I’m the only one that didn’t know they were famous for it! We visited a gem workshop and store where they cut and polish a range of precious and semi-precious stones. If you follow Harry on Instagram you may have seen pics of some of the beautiful stones on display.
The work shop was fascinating – nearly as good as the famous Lili Fine Jewellery in Torquay….

I’ve never really been into the coloured precious stones and have preferred to stick with my fave – just diamonds. But some of these beautiful creations are enough to entice me to the colourful side…