Shopping Guide
What to Buy:
- Silk & Sarees: Karnataka is famous for traditional Mysore silk with gold borders. Best at Malleswaram and specialized silk stores
- Coffee: Freshly roasted Arabica and Robusta beans from Western Ghats. Available at specialty shops and markets
- Sandalwood Products: Sandalwood paste, incense, and carved items. Available at authorized shops in main markets
- Handicrafts: Woodcarving, metalwork, traditional paintings reflecting local artisan culture
- Spices: Cardamom, pepper, turmeric from local markets. K.R. Market offers excellent deals for bulk purchases
Shopping Areas:
- High-end Shopping: UB City, Forum, Orion, Phoenix Market City malls with international brands
- Budget Shopping: Commercial Street, Garuda Mall, Churchill Avenue for local and budget brands
- Traditional Markets: Malleswaram, K.R. Market, Devaraja Market for authentic local products
Shopping Tips: Bargaining is acceptable in street markets and traditional bazaars. Mall prices are fixed. Best times are morning hours for markets, evenings for malls. Tax-free shopping available at airport for tourists with valid passport