Mysore Pak

The origin of the sweet goes back to almost 70 years back when the king of Mysuru requested a certain cook to produce a unique sweet that would bear the name of the city. The cooks were referred to as, 'Nalapaka' the person who prepares sugar syrup or 'paka'. He made a rich satisfying delicacy with the goodness of flour, sugar and butter, naming it as Mysore Pak.

Sandalwood Products

The golden era of Wodeyar kingdom. The Government Sandalwood Oil Factory was set up in the year 1916 by the King of Mysore, Krishnaraja Wodeyar along with Diwan Sir M. Visvesvaraya. The aim of this establishment was to utilize resources and produce the purest form of Sandalwood oil. Located at 2 kilometres away from the royal palace, the factory welcomes visitors for guided tours where they can see the different stages of the production of sandalwood products.

Coffee

As a result of its proximity to Coorg which produces the best coffee in the nation, coffee-addicts must make a mental note to take back one of the finest coffee powders sold in the country. A powerful network of wholesale dealers and retailers also get coffee from other nearby areas such as Sakleshpur and Chikmagalur.

Wooden Toys (Channapatna Toys)

The craftsmen and artisans of Channapatna, a small town near Mysore, have mastered the art of producing unusually attractive wooden towns. During Tipu Sultan's rule, Persian artists imparted lessons on the art of crafting wooden toys. These colourful, affordable and unique wooden pieces of art make up for magnificent souvenirs.

Khadi Cotton

The pride of wearing a hand-woven Khadi cotton cloth is exceptional. In Mysore, you can get both cloth material as well as readymade stitched Khadi cotton. This classic fabric is dyed with exclusive organic colours. There is also the facility of getting it stitched in the city itself during your stay as these shops also tend to have tailors.

Mysore Paintings

The city is influenced by different art and crafts which is showcased in the artefacts that one can get here. The traditional art of Mysore paintings date back to the Ajanta era in the seventh century B.C. While you are on a shopping spree in Mysore, do not forget to pick some paintings depicting mythological characters and events with intense detailing.

Incense sticks

A paste composed of spices and gum is rolled around a thin bamboo stick, immersed in fragrant oils, when burnt releases heart-warming aroma. Incense sticks in jasmine, rose, sandalwood, lily and much more are worth collecting from the city of Mysore.

Rosewood Souvenirs

Imagine stunning artefacts carved out of rosewood skillfully. Find it hard to believe? It is not. Talented artisans here carve figures out of rosewood with the use different techniques. These are termite-resistant. These priceless decorative designs, patterns and figurines are noteworthy souvenirs.

Silk Sarees

The booming silk industry in Mysore speaks volumes for the art of rearing silkworms and producing silk in the region. The golden Zari border beautifying the graceful silk sarees are a mandatory add-on to your wardrobe.