When
it comes to Puri, there is no dearth of shopping places. In every nook
and corner of the city, you can find shopkeepers selling unique
handcraft items. Infact, there is an array of shopping items that you
can buy to gieve as souvenirs to friends and relatives. As far as the
question of 'what to buy' in Puri is concerned, the beach city
is very famous for distinctive kinds of shells. You'll be amazed to
see the fabulous handicraft decorative items that make an extensive use
of the colorful seashells.Some of the things on which seashells have been efficiently sailing consist of the beautiful lampshades, mirrors and ashtrays etc. There are a large number of shopping places in Puri, ranging from Government run Utralika to private outlets. For small items, you can also check out the roadside vends, where you can get a wide range of reasonable items. Make sure to bargain a little before paying the amount.
For traditional fabrics, you can visit various outlets that specialize in textiles. If you want to buy a sari, then you must take a look at the Passapali, Bomkai and Ikat saris. For people who appreciate artwork, there are lots of options on what to shop for. For instance you can buy Patta paintings, the paintings drawn on the palm leaf. These paintings are apt for adorning your living room and bedroom. Other best buys include stone crafts and silverware.
