The bidriware items involve inlays of gold or silver on the base of alloy of copper and zinc. This art is applied to beautify different objects such as paan boxes, hookahs, platters, trays and goblets.
Where to Shop : Residency Road, M G Road at Bangalore
Mysore Silk
Mysore is reputed for their shimmering silks. Woven in a unique assortment of rich colours, produced in a multitude of varieties and interwoven with delicate gold threads.
Where to Shop : Mysore- Government emporium located within Mysore Palace.
Mysore Paintings
Traditional Mysore paintings are a mesmerizing spectacle with their bright vegetable dye colors and lustrous gold leaves.
Where to Shop : Mysore- Government emporium located within Mysore Palace.
Sandalwood
For hundreds of years, Karnataka has been the home of sandalwood. The range of products and designs is varied. One can shop beads, pendants, carved tables, screens, dinner gongs, boxes, caskets, mythological figures, a host of stationery items, trays & many more.
Where to Shop : Mysore- Government emporium located within Mysore Palace.
Bijapur Sarees
Handlooms from Guledgudda (Khancholi) are the one of the must pick items
Where to Shop : Bijapur, Belgaum
Others
Metalware, lambani Jewellery, Gokak Toys, rosewood carvings etc.