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Handicraft Traditional handicraft and handloom items are very popular among tourists and the local silk has been a rage among women for centuries. The Victoria Technical Institute on Mount Road is well known for selling quality handicrafts, handmade clothing and batik greeting cards. Another good spot for the purchase of art and crafts items is the Central Cottage Industries Emporium in the Temple tower. This place is tastefully decorated and has products from all over India so the choice is pretty vast. For those looking for traditional bell metal items, bronze icons and stone sculpture as well as other crafts from Southern region, the best place would be the Tamil Nadu State Emporia Poompuhar.
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Silk Products The main centres for silk are Srinivasa Silk , Nalli and Kumaran at T. Nagar and B.M Silks in Mylapore and T. Nagar has outlets of all the major textile mills in India so is worth visiting if you intend buying up big or are looking for that special piece of cloth. The state emporiums are located along Anna Salai.
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Gems and Jewellery You'll find good, reputable shops on Mount Road if you are searching for something that glitters. DO not buy from a shop you feel unsure about as fake jewellery abounds. If you unsure of what you are buying...don't!
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Electronic Goods can be found at the Burma Bazaar and they tend to have a good selection as well as a number of other stores around the city.
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Textiles again the Burma Bazaar offers a wide selection worth choosing from.
Saris The beautiful Kancheepuram hand woven silk saris are famous for their pretty temple borders and rich zari (gold thread) pallavas. Detailed traditional motifs and bright colours with contrasting borders make these saris absolutely delightful.
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Ready-made Garments can be found at the Burma Bazaar where they tend to have a good selection as well a number of other stores around town.
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Perfume makes a popular gift and many stores stock international as well as local brands from which to choose.
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Chennai's Main Shopping Areas are the Victoria Technical Institute, Central Cottage Emporium, Anna Salai, Burma Bazaar, Cauvery, Chinthamani Super Market.
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