Khadhi Grammena Udyog

Lepakshi

Girijan Co-operative Society

Eastern Art Museum

Narayanpet, Pochampalli and Kalamkari printed fabrics and wall hangings, and , Yetikippaka and Nakkapalli toys are available here.

EtiKoppaka Wooden Toys:
The Famous Wood toys made at Kondapalli, Eti Koppaka. The toys of Etikoppaka include vermilion boxes and bangles. Toys for marriage ceremonies and rituals, toys meant for children, play bowls (lakkapidatalu) & an entire set of cooking vessels in miniature form. The toys are made with locally available light ankudu wood. Another unique feature of these toys is that they are without colors. Some of the toys are doll tops, milkman, bangles, tanker, hairpins and candle stands. Among utilitarian objects, salt boxes, spice jars, bowls are prominent.

The toys of Etikoppaka are not just a child’s companions, but find many more uses. From candle stands to vermilion boxes and bangles, these pieces are very popular at weekly markets. Craftsmen also make toys that are used for marriage ceremonies and other rituals. Their enchanting designs, bright colours and earthly appeal are very attractive. Today, they are a part of the rural folk tradition. Toys made at Etikoppaka, a village in Visakhapatnam district, reveal some little-known cultural practices of that region and display the creative skills of its makers.