Like in most of the places in India, Pune also boasts of having a rich cultural heritage; and this rich cultural heritage is reflected in the handicrafts of Pune that belong to this place. Some of the exquisite handicraft products found in Pune are:

wooden handicrafts
candle holders
gifts and decoratives
metal handicrafts
stone handicrafts
glass products
costume jewelry
paintings
carpets
smoking pipes
decorative candles
bone handicrafts, etc.

We also come across many shops in Pune that deals in these rare artifacts. Some of the famous shops retailers and shops of handicrafts of Pune are:

Alankar Tapstray
Crafts Bridge India Private Limited
Ghandi Khadi Bhandar
Gidwani Handlooms
Ishwar Moorti Center
Janata Khadi Bhandar
Kailash Handlooms
Kashmir Art Palace
Krishna Handloom and Furaisking
Lishkara
New Kashmir Stores
Utkalika Orissa State Emporium, etc.

The handicraft of a place, instead of being crude and course, is a dear item for the possessors because it, in spite of being rough, it carries with it its inherent culture and tradition.

The retailers and shops of handicrafts of Pune design, sell and exhibit antique pieces, so that tourists can at least have a glimpse of the artifacts found in Pune. Carpets and 'Khadi' are the important handicrafts of Pune that are famous throughout the world. Kolahpuri sandals also form a major part of export in Pune. These sandals are known for its endurability and comfort. These sandals, also known as 'chappals' well compliments the Maharashtrian style of dressing.

The handicrafts of Pune indeed occupies a distinct position among the different handicrafts in India.

Retailers and Shops in Pune