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Sri Lankan fisherman in outrigger boat - 4
A ragged Sri Lankan fisherman in straw sun hat, on the bow of his prau sailing boat off the coast of Sri Lanka Date: 1994
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© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1990s 1994 Catamaran Colombo Lanka Lankan Mariner Multihull Nineties Prahu Proa Sail Sailor Sails Waka Perahu Prau
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Amidst the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, a determined Sri Lankan fisherman sets sail on his traditional prau boat, his weathered face etched with the lines of time and the sun's relentless rays shielded by a straw sun hat. The year is 1994, and this image captures the essence of the nineties in Sri Lanka's coastal communities. The fisherman's multihull vessel, a type of catamaran known locally as a prau or proa, glides effortlessly over the waves, its sails set to catch the wind. This image is a poignant reminder of the simple yet enduring work of the marine communities along the coast of Colombo and beyond. The prau, a symbol of the region's rich maritime history, continues to be an integral part of the lives of many Sri Lankan fishermen, who rely on the sea for their livelihoods. The fisherman's focus is unwavering as he navigates the vast expanse of the ocean, his boat cutting through the water with a grace and elegance that belies the raw power of the sea. This photograph, taken in the 1990s, offers a glimpse into a way of life that remains deeply rooted in Sri Lanka's cultural heritage.
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