Kerala is one of the favorite places in India. Kerala is a state which is located on the southwestern coast of Malabar in India. It has a huge range of flora and fauna. It is the most visited place and tourist gets easily attracted. If going on vacation to such a place shopping is a must. There are many things we can buy in Kerala but some are exceptions and famous. It has many dance forms and martial arts which entertain the tourist.
What to Buy from Kerala: the Shopping experience:
Popular Food Items:
1. Spices
Kerala spices are the world’s most famous market and are referred to as rich and outlandish spices. The aroma of fresh black pepper, cardamom, clove, nutmeg, star anise, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, vanilla, etc. is something else. Because of this reason, ancient dealers trailed the ‘spice route’. Read Also: Kerala Street Food: 10 Local Foods You Must Try
2. Tea and Coffee
The fragrant and energizing bagging of tea and coffee is an important part to draw tourists to Kerala. The Nilgiri Tea, Kerala Kapi, and Monsooned Malabar Coffee are rich in aroma, taste, and color. Read Also: Kerala Foods: 7 Best Traditional Dishes of Kerala.
3. Banana Chips
Banana chips locally named Nenthra-kaya Upperi are the most popular items in Kerala. These golden crunchy wafers are made of unripe bananas fried in coconut oil. They are also of two types, one is made from raw banana and the other is made from seasoned plantain. Read Also: Top 10 Places to Visit in Kerala for Nature Lovers
4. Cashew Nuts
The best consumable product of Kerala is cashew nuts which are present everywhere in local shops. Tourists can visit the cashew farms for the experience. Read Also: Best Places to See Kerala in March
5. Aranmula Kannadi Mirror
It has a mysterious formation and matchless beauty. Due to this, it is referred to as an exceptional object. Élite to Aranmula mirror is made from metal instead of glass. It is prominent for fetching wealth, luck, and fortune in life. Read Also: 8 Popular Places To Visit in Kerala in April
6. Aromatic Oils and Essence
Kerala is famous for the purest forms of oils and essence. They are not used as cosmetics but are beneficial in treating conditions like asthma, enduring skin infections, joint and back pain, headache, etc. The quality and purity of the product depend on the right choice of shop. Read Also: Famous Places to Visit & See Kerala in February
7. Kasavu Mundu, Sarees, And Dress
Kasavukada is the traditional textile of Kerala. It is a pure handmade cotton cloth with a typical golden zari border and dhotis for men. Nowadays these are worn on special occasions. Read Also: What to do in Kerala in February
Handicrafts Products:
#1. Coconut and Coir Products
Kerala is an ideal place for coconut and coir products which include rugs, mats, carpets, and souvenirs made from coconut husk. Read Also: 10 Things to do in Kerala Honeymoon
#2. Kathakali Masks
Buying a Kathakali souvenir be it a wall handing mask or a fridge magnet is the most seductive shopping attraction in Kerala. Read Also: 25 Most Popular Art and Dance forms in Kerala
#3. Nettur Casket, Chandan Vallam, and Uru Models
The most fascinating wooden chests in the world are made in Kerala. Kerala is globally famous for snake boat races and one should buy Chandan Vallam or Urus boat models as souvenirs for gifting someone or decorating households. Read Also: 7 Popular Museums in Kerala
#4. Nettipattam
It is the decorative material or ornament used for elephants which are used as wall hangings or décor.
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#5. Nilavilakku
It is the traditional Malayali oil lamp which is considered one of the significant items for home décor.
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#6. Jewelry
The ornaments like Payyannur Pavithra Mothiram ring, gold trinkets like Manonmani, Ilakkathail, Poothali, Palaykkamala, Mangala, Dalamini, Chuttiyum, Chelum, and earrings such as Jimikki, Kannuneerthulli, Thoda, etc., armlets like Kappu, stones, pearl, and enamel painted bracelets, etc. are the famous customary ornaments. Read Also: Historical Places in Kerala
Where to Buy: Famous Markets of Kerala
1) Spice Market, Kochi
The spice market in Kochi is aligned with local stores dealing with a wide variety of spices. It is famous for a wide variety of spices like hand-picked ginger, cloves, cardamom, turmeric, and pepper or black gold.
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2) Connemara Market, Trivandrum
It is also known as the Palayam market and is aligned with local unbranded shops that sell vegetables, groceries, household items, coir products, and garments. It is famous for fishes, live goats, fabric, clothes, spices, mistletoe, and wine (only during Christmas).
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3) Asparagus, Varkala
It is a one-of-its-kind eco-shop which deals with all kinds of handloom, handicrafts, organic and khadi cotton, and spices made in Kerala. It is famous for Kalamkari, Ayur-Vastra, and spices like cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, vanilla, turmeric, and coffee powder.
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4) Hindustan Spices and Herbals, Idukki
It is referred to as the primary hub for spice shopping and a one-stop solution for all kinds of spices and medicinal herbs with therapeutic value. Read Also: Top 10 Destinations to Visit in Idukki, Kerala
5) Pulickatti Handicrafts, Alappuzha
It is located near the boat jetty and is a fantastic and reasonable-priced shop for souvenirs and artifacts. Read Also: Top Amazing Reasons to Visit Alleppey Kerala
Famous shopping malls of Kerala
(1) LuLu Mall, Kochi
LuLu mall spreading over 17 acres is a major attraction of Kochi and one of the most shopping destinations in Kerala with more than 215 branded shops, etc. The looks pull tourists around the year. Read Also: Budget to 5 Star: 20 Best Hotels to Stay in Cochin
(2) Center Square Mall, Kochi
This 5-story mall has big brand players, etc. which attract local people as well as tourists for a fantastic shopping experience. Read Also: Top 10 Adventure Activities in Kerala
(3) Oberon Mall, Kochi
It was opened in 2009 and is a lifestyle center with top listed domestic and global brands in retail, food, and recreation with close to 100 stores. This mall is famous for having the 1st multiplex theater in Kerala. Read Also: List of Top 9 Hill Stations In Kerala
(4) R P Mall, Kollam
It is also known as K mall an initiative and lifestyle venture from the famous Malabar developers. It is a 5-story mall spreading over 2,10,000 sq. ft. Read Also: Top 5 Backwater Destinations in Kerala
(5) Focus Mall, Kozhikode
It is located in the heart of Calicut city and is a popular shopping hub. It assures impressive track every day.
Therefore, if planning to go on vacation then look towards this destination as it has many beautiful scenes and lakes. If someone has an interest in photography and traveling then they should enjoy the weather of Kerala.
It has a wet and maritime tropical climate which is influenced by the seasonal heavy rains with around 120-140 days per year.
Almost 65% of the total rainfall occurs from June to August corresponding to the southwest monsoon and the rest from September to December corresponding to the northeast monsoon.
It is composite in nature and is an integral part of Indian culture. There are many festivals celebrated here every year but the main festival is Onam. There are more interesting facts which are learned while traveling.
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