Jammu and Kashmir Basket Weaving and Cricket Bats

The picturesque state of Jammu and Kashmir is nothing short of paradise. The lofty hills enveloped in snow and the green valleys transport tourists to an Elysium. For the more earthy beings a bout of Jammu and Kashmir shopping where they can pick up a few quintessential and cherished handicrafts. Jammu and Kashmir Basket Weaving and Cricket Bats are some of the legendary handicraft industries of the state.

The wood from the walnut, chinar, pine and willow trees are available in plenty in the state. The wood is then wrung out to generate a robust fiber that is used to make the archetypal wicker baskets that serve as cute picnic hampers or baskets that can be used to carry shopping merchandise. Pretty lampshades that wonderfully accessorizes the bedroom and illuminates the surroundings with a lovely warm glow are also typical basket weaving products.

Charming glass holders that hold steaming hot cups and glasses of tea, traditional work baskets that store the needlework paraphernalia of women and even portmanteaus and suitcases are also made from the basket works. The hub of Jammu and Kashmir basket weaving where all the skilled and diligent traditional craftsmen are busy at work is located in Srinagar's Hazratbal.

Another talking point of Jammu and Kashmir shopping are its quintessential cricket bats. The legendary cricket bats that are a treasured by the young and old alike who all yearn to possess one of those bats with which their favorite players play their fine masterstrokes are either made of Kashmir willow or English willow. Although fairly expensive, the cricket bats made from the wood of the stately willow trees are very much in vogue.

Shopaholics no doubt will have a wonderful time pick up the Jammu and Kashmir Basket Weaving and Cricket Bats on a North Indian sojourn.

Last Updated on 8/29/2011