On a shopping spree in Kerala

Kerala is not only about beautiful landscapes and tourism. There’s a lot of shopping you can do here too. From the latest trending fashion to the most antique handicrafts, you get anything and everything classy in this beautiful land of coconuts on your Customized Kerala tour packages. Retail is one of the flourishing sectors of the economy in Kerala and tourism is one of the main reasons for this booming trend.

 You will find the most exotic garments, jewelry, and handicrafts in this God’s Own Country any time of the year. There are seasonal handicrafts too, those are created totally from organic stuff like coconut shells and husk. These cure over a period of time and hence are seasonal, though some of the city emporiums stock it in advance to cater throughout the year. Kerala tourism packages that take you through a shopping spree would be a great way to explore the locales and the native craftsmanship of the people here. It is not just about culture or craft; you can shop for a variety of exotic spices and flavorful snacks too in Kerala.

You get to taste and buy some rare and exotic dishes that stay unspoiled over a month or even more sometimes. Chips, pickles, jams and a variety of such savoriness and some exquisite and meticulously made sweets such as halwa are the specialties of Kerala. As you visit each part of the state in your Kerala packages on Kerala Delicacies, you can get to know more about the culture and traditions there by talking to the locals and enjoying a walk around the main roads of the place.

Shopping for Fashion in Kerala

You will be astounded to find the fashion sense of Kochi which is at par or far advanced than that of Bangalore or Mumbai which are considered the biggest fashion hubs of India. One main difference you may find in the fashion sense here is that people prefer less revealing clothes as unlike the western fashion prevalent in the other metros. Kerala holiday packages are the best excuse to get some trendy garments and fashion jewelry from this part of the world. We have some of the best designers who can get you the trendiest looks that make sure you look chic and elegant too. It may seem a little expensive, but the outcome is priceless!!!

For the same reason, you will find almost all the popular branded apparels having their showrooms in Kerala, particularly in Kochi. Another astounding fact is that Thalassery and not Kochi is considered the most fashionable place in Kerala. It is observed that the latest fashion in clothes and accessories land in Thalassery first before they reach the ubiquitous Kochi. You can also grab some elegant traditional clothes and jewelry from here during your Kerala tour packages from Mumbai, for those special occasions. The hand looms garments made here are very airy and comfortable for summers.

Shopping for Precious Jewellery in Kerala

Kerala’s love for gold is very famous. Both women and men love this yellow metal significantly and that is one reason you find at least 10 to 15 jewelers in every market in Kerala. The number will only increase as you reach the major towns and cities! You will love the antique and trendy designs of precious jewelry you get here on your Kerala trip. Though silver is not as fondly considered for jewelry in Kerala, you may still find a couple of shops dealing in silver jewelry in the cities like Thrissur and Kochi.

Diamonds and other precious stones are also greatly admired by the people of Kerala. This is one place where you will find fashionable jewellery for men in gold and platinum with and without precious stones. Kerala tour will be a great excuse to shop some precious jewellery that’s trendy and elegant and pure.

 Shopping for Handicrafts in Kerala

Kerala is abundant in natural resources and the people here are very artistic. Though many of them have taken upon modern ways of living, there still are a handful of people who continue creating what their ancestors have taught them. Hand-looms are still flourishing in some parts of Kerala and you can buy some of the most beautiful hand-woven sarees and dhotis and tailor made shirts made of this fabric during your Kerala tour packages from Delhi. Allepey is one of the popular places where you can buy some beautiful carpets and bags made of Coir and Jute. Coconut shells are used to make utensils and crafty items and even handbags.

Seashells are also used to make beautiful handicrafts that can adorn your wall. Precious handicrafts made of ivory and sandalwood can be purchased from government authorized emporiums. Brass lamps and vessels are also crafted beautifully in Kerala. Other popular buys for tourists on Kerala travel are the Kathakali and Elephant motifs made of wood. In this God’s Own Country, Elephants are also adorned with handcrafted jewelry called Nettippattom. While the original ones used in temples are made of brass which is gold plated, they are extremely expensive. You can get its imitations made of less precious metals or plastic in smaller sizes that can decorate your walls beautifully.

 Shopping for Exotic stuff in Kerala

During your shopping spree in Kerala tours, don’t forget to get some exotic stuff like Mural paintings, Aranmula Kannadi, Onavillu, Spices and the Ayurveda medicines and herbs for beauty and general wellness. Mural paintings adorn the temple walls and use only vegetable and organic colors. Aranmula Kannadi or mirror is a full-metal mirror which is created using a special mix of metals which is known to only a family who creates them traditionally. It is considered very auspicious and a prized possession for the women. Onavillu is a Bow shaped wooden frame which is painted with the 10 incarnations of Vishu (Dasavathaaram) or other mythical stories, with vegetable colors only.

You can hand this as a decoration in your living room or adorn your pooja room with it. Kerala has always been an exporter of the flavorful spices like black pepper, cardamom, vanilla, nutmeg, mace, and ginger. So don’t forget to buy some while you are on your Kerala honeymoon packages with Ayurvedic Massage. Kerala’s Ayurvedic clinics offer some exquisite treatments and massages for wellness and beauty. You can enjoy an invigorating massage during your stay in Kerala while enjoying the hospitality of the people here. Some people even visit Kerala for long-term Ayurvedic treatments for lifestyle diseases and even arthritis.

Shopping for Food in Kerala

Walking through the local streets, you will find some of the best places and most tasty food than what you can get in the most expensive restaurants in Kerala. Sometimes, you may come across a famous joint where you get the best of local juices or milkshakes which you must try during your honeymoon packages in Kerala. Sometimes, the snacks are the specialties such as Vada, Dosa, Chat and a variety of other savouries. There are roadside temporary joints called Thattukada, that open late in the night, where you get the best dosa, chutney and omelette. The food will be fresh and hot as they get completely sold out within a few hours of opening every day!

 You must try out the varieties of Chips you get here that stays fresh if stored in an air-tight jar. The most famous are plantain chips, but you must try chips made of tapioca, potato, yam, jackfruit etc too. They taste as yummy or more than the packed ones you get anywhere else in the world. You can see the store frying the chips fresh in the hot oil and then packing them as customers demand. You can just grab a couple or packs of these fresh chips to munch on during your honeymoon packages here and buy some on your way back to share with your friends and family back home. Some of the best sweets you can buy from Kerala are Neyyappam or Unniappam, Jackfruit Jam and Calicut Halwa. The foodies will love everything about the Malabar area as the cuisine there is extremely delicious. While you shop for these snacks and sweets to pack and take away, don’t forget to indulge in the delicious seafood varieties offered in Kerala.

While you enjoy your shopping spree, don’t forget to enjoy the beautiful locales and cuisine of Kerala. The mountains, valleys, lagoons, beaches and backwaters are as or more precious sights than the jewelry, handicrafts and designer garments you buy on your Kerala tours. Enjoy the rains, take a dip in the lagoon, and enjoy a stroll through the beaches and a romantic sunset, the cool misty hilltops and the enchanting forests all while you are in this blessed land. Enjoy the performing arts live which will take you one a different era altogether. Breathe in some fresh air at the tea gardens or hilltops and savor the greenery that cools your eyes as well as the mind. A Kerala tour can be the most refreshing holiday destination in terms of relaxation and excitement. Now you also know that there’s a lot of scope for shopping too in Kerala.