Sri Lanka Handicrafts Board (LAKSALA)
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Overview
Laksala (Sri Lanka Handicrafts Board) is the only state-owned gift and souvenir boutique in Sri Lanka, established in 1964 (later under Act No. 35 of 1982) to preserve, develop, and market traditional handicrafts. Operating 12+ island-wide showrooms, it supports thousands of local artisans by retailing, exporting, and franchising high-quality, authentic products like gems, brass, textiles, and spices.
Founded Year
1964
Ownership Type
Government-Owned / State-Owned Enterprise
Business Model
B2C (Business to Consumer)
Time Zone
+5.30
Mission
To be a commercially viable and socially responsible institution that expands the gift and souvenir market and creates marketing opportunities for rural manufacturers, contributing to the tourism industry.
Vision
To be the leader in the gift and souvenir items market in Sri Lanka.
Core Values
Quality, Credibility, and Value for Money: Focuses on high-quality products, reliable sourcing, and fair pricing. Customer Satisfaction: Aims to delight customers. Social Responsibility & Empowerment: Creates value for the rural community, supporting artisans, women entrepreneurs, and people with special needs. Preservation of Heritage: Promotes local creations and traditional handicrafts. Diversification: Offers a variety of products including handicrafts, batiks, handlooms, gems, jewelry, tea, spices, and copperware.
Company Tagline
"Step into the world of Laksala — where Sri Lanka's heritage comes to life!" "Laksala — Crafted in Sri Lanka" "All of Sri Lanka!"
Head Office Country
Sri Lanka
