Culture & Tradition

Handicrafts & Art Forms

Andhra Pradesh is home to exquisite crafts and handloom traditions.

• Kalamkari Art – A 3000-year-old traditional hand-painting on fabric, famous in Srikalahasti & Machilipatnam.
• Etikoppaka Toys – Traditional wooden toys painted with natural colors, recognized as a GI-tagged craft.
• Mangalagiri & Dharmavaram Sarees – Handwoven silk and cotton sarees known for intricate designs.
• Kondapalli Toys – Beautiful wooden dolls made from softwood, often depicting rural life.