Moonstone Mines
Moonstone is primarily mined in the southwestern region of Sri Lanka, in areas around Meetiyagoda, Ambalangoda, and Rakwana. Sri Lanka’s moonstone mines are known for producing some of the finest and most beautiful moonstones in the world, including the highly prized Sri Lankan blue moonstone.
A short drive from Galle. You can actually go to the mine itself (not just the shop) and can look down the shaft to see the dreadful working conditions of the miners. Take a torch.