Shopping & Handicrafts

Handicrafts & Shopping

Odisha is famous for its rich handicrafts, handwoven textiles, traditional paintings, and tribal artwork. Shopping in Odisha is not just about souvenirs—it’s about bringing home a piece of the state's cultural heritage and craftsmanship.

Here are the best souvenirs to buy in Odisha:

1. Pattachitra Paintings – Odisha’s Iconic Art

✅ Why Buy It? A traditional scroll painting art form, featuring mythological stories, deities, and intricate designs.

Highlights:

• Made using natural colors on cloth, palm leaves, or handmade paper.
• Themes include Jagannath, Krishna Leela, and Ramayana scenes.
• Originated from Raghurajpur – Odisha’s famous art village.

 Where to Buy?

• Raghurajpur (near Puri) – Best place for authentic paintings.
• Utkalika Handicraft Shops in Bhubaneswar & Puri.
• Pipili Handicraft Market.

2. Sambalpuri Ikat Sarees & Handwoven Textiles

✅ Why Buy It? Odisha’s handwoven sarees and dress materials, known for their unique tie-dye (Ikat) technique.

Highlights:

• Famous varieties: Sambalpuri, Bomkai, Berhampuri, and Kotpad sarees.
• Made using organic dyes and traditional weaving methods.
• Worn during festivals and special occasions.

 Where to Buy?

• Sambalpur & Sonepur – Best places for authentic handwoven textiles.
• Boyanika & Utkalika stores (Bhubaneswar, Puri, Cuttack).
• Ekamra Haat (Bhubaneswar).

3. Silver Filigree (Tarakasi) – Exquisite Jewelry & Artifacts

✅ Why Buy It? A delicate silver craft, perfect for jewelry, home decor, and souvenirs.

Highlights:

• Intricately crafted silver earrings, pendants, bracelets, and idols.
• Used in decorative pieces and puja items.
• Over 500 years old, this art form originated in Cuttack.

 Where to Buy?

• Cuttack – The best place for authentic silver filigree work.
• Odisha State Handicrafts Emporium (Utkalika, Bhubaneswar).

4. Pipili Appliqué Work – Colorful Wall Hangings & Umbrellas

✅ Why Buy It? Odisha’s most colorful and vibrant handicraft, ideal for home decor.

Highlights:

• Used in decorative umbrellas, wall hangings, bags, and lamp shades.
• Made by stitching bright fabric patterns onto a contrasting background.
• Traditionally used during the Rath Yatra to decorate Lord Jagannath’s chariots.

 Where to Buy?

• Pipili Village – The best place for authentic appliqué work.
• Ekamra Haat, Bhubaneswar.

5. Dokra Metal Craft – Tribal Art in Brass & Bell Metal

✅ Why Buy It? A unique tribal metal casting technique, used to make idols, jewelry, and figurines.

Highlights:

• Made using the lost-wax technique, dating back over 4,000 years.
• Common designs: tribal figurines, animals, folk deities, and lamps.
• Each piece is handcrafted and one-of-a-kind.

 Where to Buy?

• Dhenkanal & Kalahandi – Traditional hubs for Dokra art.
• Souvenir shops in Bhubaneswar, Puri & Cuttack.

6. Tribal Handicrafts – Authentic Handmade Products

✅ Why Buy It? Handmade bamboo crafts, stone carvings, and woodwork, crafted by Odisha’s indigenous tribes.

Highlights:

• Bamboo baskets, mats, and jewelry from Mayurbhanj & Koraput.
• Wooden masks used in Chhau dance performances.
• Stone carvings from Konark & Khiching temples.

 Where to Buy?

• Mayurbhanj, Koraput, Rayagada – Best places for tribal crafts.
• Tribal Museum, Bhubaneswar.

7. Stone Carvings – Miniature Replicas of Odisha’s Temples

✅ Why Buy It? Odisha is famous for stone sculptures, idols, and temple replicas.

Highlights:

• Inspired by Konark Sun Temple, Lingaraj Temple & Puri Jagannath Temple.
• Intricate Lord Jagannath, Ganesha, and Buddha statues.
• Made by skilled artisans from Konark & Bhubaneswar.

 Where to Buy?

• Konark & Bhubaneswar stone carving villages.
• Handicraft emporiums in Odisha.

8. Palm Leaf Engravings – Ancient Odia Script & Art

✅ Why Buy It? Hand-etched art on dried palm leaves, featuring intricate mythological scenes.

Highlights:

• Used in scriptures, paintings, and greeting cards.
• Legends of Jagannath, Krishna, and Ramayana beautifully illustrated.
• Eco-friendly and traditional souvenirs.

 Where to Buy?

• Raghurajpur Art Village.
• Utkalika Stores in Bhubaneswar, Puri & Cuttack.

9. Wooden Toys & Masks – Traditional Odia Craft

✅ Why Buy It? Handcrafted wooden toys, dolls, and tribal masks, perfect for gifting.

Highlights:

• Colorful Jagannath wooden idols are widely popular.
• Chhau dance masks are unique souvenirs from Odisha’s tribal areas.
• Wooden toys inspired by mythological characters & folk tales.

 Where to Buy?

• Mayurbhanj (Chhau Masks).
• Raghurajpur & Puri markets.

10. Gopalpur & Balasore Seashell Products

✅ Why Buy It? Odisha’s coastal region is famous for seashell artifacts.

Highlights:

• Seashell jewelry, decorative items, and home decor.
• Best for souvenirs from Odisha’s beautiful beaches.

 Where to Buy?

• Gopalpur-on-Sea & Balasore beachside shops.

Where to Shop in Odisha?

 Bhubaneswar – Utkalika, Ekamra Haat, Odisha State Emporium
 Puri – Swargadwar Market, Raghurajpur Art Village
 Cuttack – Silver Filigree Market, Bali Yatra Festival
 Sambalpur – Handloom Stores for Sambalpuri Sarees
 Pipili – Best place for Appliqué Work

Take a Piece of Odisha Home!

Odisha is a paradise for art lovers and shoppers, offering handcrafted souvenirs that reflect the state’s rich culture and heritage. Whether it's a Pattachitra painting, a Sambalpuri saree, silver filigree jewelry, or tribal art, every item carries a story of tradition and craftsmanship.

 Plan your shopping spree in Odisha and bring home timeless handmade treasures!