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Explore Regional Craft of Vizag: Etikopakka Toy Making
Date and time is TBD
|Visakhapatnam
Highlights of the Tour Etikoppaka Toys: Renowned for their eco-friendly production, using lac from natural sources and traditional crafting techniques. Kondapalli Toys: Famous for their intricate wooden figures, depicting rural life and mythology. Cultural Interactions: Engage directly with artisans
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Date and time is TBD
Visakhapatnam, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
About the event
Day 1: Arrival in Visakhapatnam
- Morning: Arrive in Visakhapatnam, the nearest major city to Etikoppaka. Check into your hotel and freshen up.
- Afternoon: Explore the city's attractions, such as Kailasagiri Hill Park and the Submarine Museum.
- Evening: Relax and enjoy a coastal dinner. Overnight stay in Visakhapatnam.
- Morning: After breakfast, travel to Etikoppaka village (approximately 2 hours by road).
- Mid-Morning: Arrive in Etikoppaka and visit the Etikoppaka Toy Museum to get an overview of the craft.
- Afternoon: Lunch at a local eatery.
- Evening: Interact with local artisans, observing the traditional toy-making process using lac and natural dyes. Overnight stay in Etikoppaka or nearby.
- Morning: Participate in a hands-on workshop where you can try your hand at making Etikoppaka toys under the guidance of skilled craftsmen.
- Afternoon: Visit the local cooperative society that supports artisans, learning about their initiatives to preserve and promote this craft.
- Evening: Return to Visakhapatnam. Overnight stay in Visakhapatnam.
- Morning: Travel to Kondapalli village (around 5 hours by road from Visakhapatnam), known for its unique wooden toys.
- Mid-Morning: Visit the Kondapalli Toy Museum and learn about the history and techniques of these wooden carvings.
- Afternoon: Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Evening: Tour local workshops, observing the process from carving to painting. Overnight stay in Kondapalli or Vijayawada.
- Morning: Return to Visakhapatnam or continue to Vijayawada (based on your return plans).
- Afternoon: Free time for shopping and exploring any missed attractions.
- Evening: Depart from Visakhapatnam/Vijayawada.
- Etikoppaka Toys: Renowned for their eco-friendly production, using lac from natural sources and traditional crafting techniques.
- Kondapalli Toys: Famous for their intricate wooden figures, depicting rural life and mythology.
- Cultural Interactions: Engage directly with artisans, gaining insights into their lives and the significance of their crafts.
- Workshops: Hands-on experiences that deepen your appreciation and understanding of these traditional crafts.
- Accommodation: Book your stays in advance, especially in smaller villages where options might be limited.
- Local Transport: Hire a car or use local taxis for ease of travel between villages and cities.
- Language: While English is commonly understood, learning a few phrases in Telugu can enhance your interactions with local artisans.
- Shopping: Purchase directly from artisans or cooperative societies to support the local economy and ensure authenticity.
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