

I thought that watching a cobra snake charmer in Sri Lanka was one of the coolest things to do in Colombo. It was really entertaining to watch!
The movements of both the snake and the charmer were equally interesting.
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Shalu Sharma
11 years ago
Aaah the snake charmer. We’ve got a lot of those in India too, Sri Lanka is not that much different. But must say these cobra’s are amazing to look at. Deadly it may look they are indeed amazing creatures.
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Thanks Shalu, I agree, fierce looking, but such incredible creatures.
Caanan @ No Vacation Required
11 years ago
Not to be a wet blanket, but I have heared that many times these snakes have their mouths sewn shut. Since many people believe the tongue holds the venom, the snakes have just enough space so that their toungues can come out. Of ocurse, this means the snakes can’t eat, so they die quickly.
KInda depressing. 🙁
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Hey Caanan, I’ve heard, and been hearing some similar things… Didn’t know at the time, but yah, kinda depressing to hear that.
Turkey’s For Life
11 years ago
That’s a fantastic photo. I know so because I am absolutely terrified of snakes and this pic has just given me the shivers! 😉
Julia
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Thank you Julia, good thing this snake is just in a photo!
JPM (Lotus Artichoke)
11 years ago
Nice one! I’ve seen a bunch of street-side snake charmers in India… they’re pretty funny, aren’t they? What’s even spookier are the ear-cleaner guys!
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Hah, yah! I’ve never been to India, but I’ve seen some ear cleaners, and I agree, I’m so scared of doing that… one slip and oops, no more hearing for you.
Arti
11 years ago
This shot looks so Indian!! Wonderfully captured!
Have a nice day Mark 🙂
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Thanks Arti! I’m getting closer and closer to India… hopefully soon!!!