Mysuru Tourism

Silk & sandalwood

The two crafts the city is known for worldwide, both still made here under state supervision.

KSICGovernment emporium
Buying well

Where to go

KSIC factory outlet

The Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation factory weaves and sells on site. Sarees carry a silk mark and a hologram.

Cauvery emporium

The government handicrafts emporium stocks sandalwood, rosewood, inlay and stone at fixed prices.

On authenticity

Genuine Mysore silk carries the KSIC hologram; genuine sandalwood is sold with documentation. Buy from the government outlets if you are unsure.