Shopping in Thrissur- Kerala
Shopping in Kerala is an exciting opportunity for those who love to collect handicrafts and hand made items. Thrissur is one of the major cities of Kerala and is known as the cultural capital of state. Silk weaving and jewellery making are two major traditional handicrafts for which Thrissur is renowned not only in India but in international arena as well. The silk saris of Thrissur is famous for there pattern, designs, fine quality of thread and vibrant colors. The city has some big shops of jewellery as well, where visitors can find exquisite crafted ornaments and embellishments in gold with distinct south Indian designs and alignments Other traditional handicrafts of Kerala like coconut shell crafts, coir products, horn carvings, wooden carvings, Kathakali masks, metal work and brass work are also found in abundance in Thrissur.
Visitors can even shop at the road side stalls erected by the local vendors who offer great discounts. The state government run emporia and private shops are galore in the city. Surabhi Kairali, Ambady Handicrafts, Arakkal Silks, Vatanappilly Kandassankadavu, Grand Silks are some of the main shopping places where the visitors can buy products of their choice and budget.