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"I still fondly remember my first visit to Sankampaeng Road. I was so happy and so in spired with everything I saw that I made another 4 trip after that. I like everything about the handicraft factories on Sankampaeng Road : the fact that these skills have been passed down for generatations, the fact that these skills have been passed down for generations, the beauty of silver articles, the natural dyeing of thai silk, the delicate style of celadon ware, the skilful work done on teak wood… and above all, the kindness of the villagers that work in thesw factories. And even if I know that these factories are mostly famous among tourist, I love the fact that one single street gives you the opportunity to discover a total of eight different handicraft techniques.." The arts and crafts of any country are a livings examples of the region's rich past and heritage. With skills that are passes down for generations, the art of Thai crafts is a reflection of Thai people's creativity and ingenuity. Chiang Mai is probably the most well-know city in Thailand where old traditions and cultures still remain to be seen today, and its people have often been note for their gift of the country, they had time to invest in the creative and the beautiful, time to spend on the painstaking detail and the seemingly insignificant.

The Chiang Mai - Sankampaeng road has become a living display of inventiveness, and the elaborate design proof of perseverance in handicrafts. Running for 13 km. to the North of Chiang Mai, the rode is lines with factories and showrooms selling craft goods of all descriptions. Sankampaeng is the most popular destination for tourists to discover the making of Thai handicrafts and to shop for souvenirs; with some knowledge of comparable goods elsewhere, it is possible to negotiate reasonable prices. Each factory specializes in one craft and it is possible to see demonstration's of artisans and craftsmen at work. So don't miss this opportunity of discover the making of Thai Silk, celadon, wood carving, sterling silver, lacquer ware, jewelry, saa paper, umbrellas and much more : jump in a taxi and discover these beautiful skills passed down for generations.

Although located off the main road, Padi Bali Handicraft surprisingly sells a variety of beautiful and unusual handiwork not found elsewhere on Jalan Pratama. Apart from the paintings most products here are made of wood. It is actually a branch of a family business in Ubud, the island's cultural capital, and everything sold here is made there.

Formerly known as Avadh, Lucknow is the present capital of the Indian state Uttar Pradesh. Situated in the banks of Gomti River, Lucknow is a magnificent city with a host of charismatic culture and appealing traditions.Courtly manners, gardens, mansions, architectural splendor, poetry, music, dance and handicrafts all describe the brilliance of the city. Stretching over an area of 3,244sq km, the population of Lucknow is around 2472011.

Chennai is known for its shopping streets, arcades and malls which sell electronic goods, jewellery, textile and traditional handicraft materials. Some of the best known places to shop include T. Nagar, Pondy Bazaar, George Town, Parry's Corner, Burma Bazaar, Spencer Plaza and Express Avenue. Country Club India members can visit ISKCON temple, Connemara Public Library, Ripon Building, Vivekananda House, National Art Gallery (Victoria Memorial Hall) and MGR Film City. Various Country Club India properties across Chennai provide luxurious family clubbing, vacation and entertainment facilities to its members and their family.

After an exhilarating day at Tanjung Benoa Beach, shopping for souvenirs of your Bali holiday is not a bad idea. Along the main road Pratama, you will see quite a few shops clustered together selling same merchandise of sarongs, Bali T-shirts, bags and other handicrafts.