Notes on the Geography of Sri Lanka: Mahaweli FerryA few informal ferries survive on the river, including this one at Paingamuwa, upstream from Peradeniya. Make default image size larger ![]() The ferryman owns the dugout, which he says will last only a few years. ![]() The charge: 5 rupees or about 5 cents. People take the ferry because there's a market on the far side. ![]() The ferryman's own residence, near the landing. ![]() As spare as is conceivable. ![]() Another trip. ![]() Ready to come ashore. |
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