Local goods and souvenirs worth bringing home — with photos, typical prices, and where to buy them.
Handwoven Uttarakhand Wool Shawl
USD 25–80 · From Uttarakhand
Woven by regional cooperatives in the Himalayas, these are warmer and more durable than mass-produced versions.
Sogenannte Pashmina-Schals/ Scarf: Gewebe aus 70% Kaschmirwolle/ Cashmere and 30% Seide/ silk; House of Pashmina, Hamburg; own Photography, 05-01-2006 (Copyrighted free use)
Where to buy: Garhwal Wool and Craft Center near Lakshman Jhula.
Terracotta Craft
USD 5–40 · From Rajasthan
Udaipur pottery uses local clay fired to earthy, deep red tones.
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Where to buy: Shilpgram craft village.
Bidriware metalwork
USD 30–200 · From Karnataka
This unique metal craft features striking silver inlay work against a blackened zinc alloy surface.
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Where to buy: Cauvery Handicrafts Emporium on MG Road.
Brass Temple Lamps
USD 15–150 · From Karnataka
Local artisans cast heavy, intricate lamps used in traditional rituals for centuries.
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Where to buy: Karthik Arts or specialized brass merchants near the Sri Krishna Matha.
Himalayan Honey
USD 5–20 · From Uttarakhand
Collected from wild hives, this raw honey carries the unique flora profile of the Uttarakhand forests.
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Where to buy: Honey shops managed by local farmers in Tapovan.
Kosa Silk Saree
USD 40–200
This wild silk produced in Chhattisgarh has a unique, coarse, golden texture.
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Where to buy: Civic Center market, local handloom boutiques.
Alibaug White Onions
USD 2–10 · From Maharashtra
These GI-tagged white onions possess a distinct sweet crunch found nowhere else.
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Where to buy: Local farmers stalls along the Alibaug-Rewas road.
Areca Leaf Tableware
USD 10–25 · From Karnataka
Biodegradable plates crafted from naturally shed palm leaves by local rural collectives.
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Where to buy: Handicraft cooperatives located on Vijayapura Road.
Areca Nut and Betel Leaf Products
USD 2–10 · From Karnataka
Local artisans shape durable plates and bowls from fallen areca palm sheaths.
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Where to buy: Local markets in Basavanahalli.
Yoga-themed Brass Deity Statue
USD 20–100 · From Uttarakhand
Heavy, artisan-cast brass figures of Shiva or Ganesh reflect the city's spiritual identity.
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Where to buy: Shivananda Ashram vicinity shops; look for weight to confirm solid casting.
Bronze temple lamp
USD 20–100 · From Karnataka
These heavy, lost-wax cast lamps are sturdy enough to last generations in your living room.
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Where to buy: Small antique shops along Infantry Road.
Chikan Embroidery Kurta
USD 15–150 · From Uttar Pradesh
Fine shadow-work embroidery on muslin that is native to Lucknow.
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Where to buy: Hazratganj market or Chowk bazaar.
Coorg Coffee Powder
USD 5–20 · From Karnataka
Freshly roasted Arabica beans sourced from the nearby misty hills of Coorg.
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Where to buy: Lavazza or specialty local roasters in Indiranagar.
Garam Masala Blend
USD 3–15 · From Uttar Pradesh
Freshly ground whole spices offer a depth missing from supermarket jars.
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Where to buy: Turab Nagar Market
Local Herbal Teas
USD 3–12 · From Maharashtra
Blends of native Western Ghats herbs and leaves gathered for respiratory and cooling benefits.
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Where to buy: Small organic cooperatives near the Bhatsa River area.
Homemade Pickles
USD 3–10 · From Karnataka
Local recipes use coastal spices to preserve spicy mango or lime blends.
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Where to buy: Mitra Samaj or local grocery cooperatives.
Itar (traditional perfume)
USD 10–80 · From Uttar Pradesh
Natural oil-based perfumes produced using ancient distillation techniques unique to this region.
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Where to buy: Sugandhco in Hazratganj.
Rajasthan camel leather jutti
USD 10–45 · From Rajasthan
Soft, upturned-toe flats provide better grip and comfort for walking through dry, dusty landscapes.
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Where to buy: Johari Bazaar; local cooperatives in Sawai Madhopur town center.
Kolhapuri Chappal
USD 15–40 · From Maharashtra
Sturdy, hand-stitched leather sandals from Maharashtra that mold perfectly to your feet.
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Where to buy: Alibaug Market, near the main bus depot.
Kota Doria cotton saree
USD 30–250 · From Rajasthan
Rajasthan's signature airy, square-check weave remains the most comfortable fabric for humid tropical heat.
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Where to buy: Kota Doria Emporium, Kota; often stocked in high-quality boutiques across Sawai Madhopur.