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Mysore is a reputed place for handicrafts. Adroit artisans create various artifacts, religious idols, jewel boxes, table-items, inlaid furniture, screens, stationary items and gift items in wood, metal and stone. The Cauvery Arts And Crafts Emporium of the Karnataka Handicrafts Development Corporation located on the Sayyaji Rao Road is an ideal place for purchasing these and other items like silk sarees, jewelry and other handicraft and artifacts. The Emporium provides genuine handicrafts articles like ivory, sandalwood carving, silver and brassware etc. 
Bangalore and Mysore are reputed for their hand-woven shimmering silk garments and saris. Woven in a unique assortment of rich colors, produced in a multitude of varieties and interwoven with delicate gold threads, Karnataka’s legendary silk sarees have become an integral part of the Kannada culture and tradition. They come in a large variety each with a different design with the cost of saree depending upon the content of gold in it. The Government Silk Weaving Factory located at Jhansi Lakshmibai Road was set up by the Maharaja of Mysore in 1932 to obtain the finest hand-loomed silks for himself and his royal family. Today it is run by the Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation. Here one can buy sandalwood powder, sandalwood oil and scented incense sticks as well as silk sarees and garments straight off the looms. In addition, you can also watch the master craftsmen and weavers at work. The Factory has a show-room in its premises at the Manandavadi Road and also at the shopping area of K.R. Circle. Discounts on sarees are offered during festive seasons. The factory is opened from Monday to Saturday (except 2nd Saturday of the month) from 10.30am - 5 pm. Entry is free. 
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