handicraft (wood carving)

Kalahandi is famous for its unique wood craft which combines both folk and classical forms. The artisans of Kalahandi breathe life into carefully selected pieces of wood and transform them into beautiful objects of art. Woodcarving is a technique that has a 5000-year-old history in Kalahandi. The naturally growing high-quality teak wood in the vicinity provides perfect carving material for various decorative items.