Vision & Mission

    

Vision

The vision of the Department of Archaeology of Sri Lanka is to promote the proper management of Sri Lanka’s archaeological heritage.


Mission

The mission of the Department of Archaeology of Sri Lanka is to function as Sri Lanka’s apex institution and chief regulatory body for the management of its archaeological heritage.
Protection of the total archaeological heritage of Sri Lanka

Inventorisation of the archaeological heritage of Sri Lanka (Sites monuments / Movable antiquities)

Enhancement of public awareness of the archaeological heritage of Sri Lanka

Conservation and Maintenance of sites/monuments and movable antiquities

Research

Development of resources(Human / Institutional)
Identification of Sri Lanka's Archaeological Heritage

Documentation of Archaeological Sites and Properties, Both Movable and Immovable

Conservation of Archaeological Heritage Utilizing Archaeological Methods, Maintenance of Archaeological Sites, and Enhancement of Infrastructure

Implementation of the Antiquities Ordinance

Implementation of the Cultural Property Act

Presentation of archaeological sites and monuments to the public

Conducting impact assessment surveys to evaluate damage to Archaeological Sites during development projects
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Department of Archaeology
Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha,
Colombo - 07, Sri Lanka.

Phone : +94 11 2692840, +94 11 2692841
Fax : +94 11 2696250
Email : info@archaeology.gov.lk
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