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Karnataka is the ultimate place for all those people who prefer to shop till they are exhausted totally. The state of Karnataka is said to be shopper’s paradise due to its extensive wealth of Mysore silk, indigenous artifacts, metal ware products, sandalwood crafts, lacquer ware of Channapatna and Bidriware of Bidar etc.
Bidriware originated in the city of Bidar in Northern Karnataka. Bidriware articles include the inlaying of silver or gold on the base of an alloy copper and zinc. Bidri articles are utilized to embellish different objects which include trays, hookahs, goblets, paan boxes and platters.
Sandalwood is one of the most renowned products in the state, due to its exquisite properties and fragrance. The sandalwood products range from finely wrought chariots and idols of deities to decorative pieces like combs, photo frames, trays, name cases, boxes and paper cutters.
Metal ware has taken to unique forms in various regions of the state. The temple town of Udupi is well known for its mythological figures cast in metal. The household articles are casted in bell metal and these are available in the city of Mangalore. Mysore is one of the famous cities in the state of Karnataka which specializes in the manufacture of silk sarees. These silk sarees fascinate everyone due to its riot colors and customary patterns woven in actual gold brocade and threads. They are the must to buy when anyone visits this city of Mysore.
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