What is famous in kerala for shopping

Kerala Souvenirs are famous for its tradtion and culture. The state is renowned for its handlooms, gold ornaments, spices. The handicrafts of Kerala are known for their uniqueness of style, perfection of form and elegance of design.

             In Kerala, travellers can buy a variety of typical Kerala souvenirs from Culture Shoppe, The handicrafts of Kerala are known for their uniqueness of style, perfection of form and elegance of design.At Culture Shoppe, visitors can choose gifts and mementos like the Uruli (wok), Para (brass miniature of a traditional measuring vessel), Kettuvallom (rice barge), Aranmula Kannadi (metal mirror), Nettipattam (caparison for elephants), Nettoor Petti (traditional jewellery box) and many others.

Tea and Coffee:
Bagging tea & coffee is an important part of shopping in Kerala. The Nilgiri Tea grown in various parts of Kerala and Kerala Kapi & Monsooned Malabar Coffee are rich in aroma, taste, and color. These can be obtained from local shops or certified counters of the tea & coffee estates.

Spices:

           Nothing beats Kerala in its variety & quality of spices and the expansive spice plantations. Be it fresh black pepper, cloves, turmeric, cardamom, cinnamon, or star anise, the richness & aroma of these spices is something to die for. If you are shopping in Kerala for spices, head to the locals shops in Kumily (near Thekkady) and around Fort Kochi.

 Banana Chips and Cashew Nuts:

          Locally known as Nenthra-kaya upperi, banana chips are amongst the most popular items to shop in Kerala. The same is true for cashew nuts. Both are available in abundance at local stalls.

Kasavu Mundu: Sarees, Drapes, and Dresses:

       Kasavu Mundu is  extremely light pure cotton handlooms bordered with golden thread. The golden borders are sometimes touched with contrasting bright colours. They are worn as traditional saris or used as dress material.The combination is unique to this land and gives an attractive but natural look.

Coconut and Coir Products:

   Kerala, the land of coconut, is an ideal place to pick coconut and coir products. These include rugs, carpets, mats, and some amazing cool souvenirs made of coconut husk.

Kathakali shoepiece:

One should not leave Kerala without buying a Kathakali souvenir. Be it a wall hanging mask or a fridge magnet, this is one of most alluring shopping attractions in Kerala.
 

Chundan Vallam Models:

Some of the fascinating wooden chests of the world are made in Kerala. Kerala is globally popular for snake boat races and you must definitely pick a Chundan Vallam or Urus (model boats) as souvenirs for gifting someone or decorating your own household.

Nettipattam:

Well-decorated elephants can be seen during festivals, ceremonies, and marriages. Nettipattam, the decorative ornament used for elephants, can also be used as wall hanging or décor.

Nilavilakku:

Nilavilakku or traditional Malayali oil lamp is another important handicraft of Kerala. It is considered as one of the significant items for traditional home décor.

Aramula kannadi:

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Nettur Petti :

   Nettur Petti is a traditional jewelry box of Kerala and is Traditionally used by the women of aristocratic families this jewel box is an adept mix of aesthetics and efficacy.
This box is fashioned out of rosewood with brass work on the exterior. The ornamental box on the exterior resembles the temple architecture of Kerala. The velvet lining inside the box and the elaborate brass fittings may impart a sense of luxury.

Gold ornaments:

Kerala traditional jewelry designs reflect the untold craftsmanship, diversity and purity which has gained worldwide acceptance

Elephant model:

Bronze ware:

he most famous bronze craft in India is the ancient statue of Nataraja (Lord Siva in dancing posture). But in Kerala bronze (bell metal or gun metal) popularly known as Odu is used for making small and big vessels, lamps etc.

Mural painting:

Kerala mural paintings are the frescos depicting mythology and legends, which are drawn on the walls of temples and churches in South India, principally in Kerala. Ancient temples, churches and palaces in Kerala.A mural is an artwork painted or applied directly onto walls, ceilings or any other permanent surface. In murals, architectural elements of the given space are harmoniously incorporated into its creation. Among murals, the ones from Kerala stand out for their finesse.

Pickels:

Keralites always relish hot, spicy pickles or achars, especially during lunch time and dinner.The most popular of the pickles of Kerala are made of mangoes - you have tender mango pickles, dry mango pickles, sliced mango pickles etc. Next in line is Citrus lime pickle. This again comes in various tastes and shapes. Others include ginger and garlic pickles, gooseberry pickles, vegetable pickles, chilli pickles, prawn pickles, seer fish pickles and so on.

Sandal wood oil:

It is found in Karnataka and part of Kerala also. The Sandalwood is used in aromatic, religious and medicinal purposes. The Sandalwood oil is being extracted from ancient times and exported to different countries from India. In older days, this oil was used for perfume purpose only and the use was limited to Royal families.

Ravi Varma's paintings :

Kerala's rich tradition of painting is rooted in its rituals like Kalamezhuthu (pictorial drawings on the floor) and the magnificent frescoes and mural art found in the old temples and churches here. Before the advent of paper and ink, palmyra leaf and vegetable dyes were used here. In modern times Kerala has attained international repute through the works of Raja Ravi Varma.

       Ravi Varma's paintings capture the subtle emotions and sublimity of physique of human characters and nature alike in a realistic manner.
The exquisite works of Ravi Varma are on display at the Sree Chithra Art Gallery. The gallery is located in the Napier Museum compound, Thiruvananthapuram City. It is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on all days except Mondays.

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