Quick answerUravu in Thrikkaipetta is a bamboo craft centre with workshop tours, walks through bamboo groves and a shop of handmade bamboo pieces. It is open daily 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM with no entry fee.
Our tip
A local craft experience where you can explore Wayanad's bamboo work, see handmade products and support local artisans. Good for anyone who enjoys culture, design, sustainable crafts and meaningful souvenirs.From our guest guidebook
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What to expect
Guided tours show how raw bamboo becomes lampshades, masks, baskets and woven pieces. There are walks through the bamboo landscape and a nursery of dozens of bamboo varieties. Uravu began in 1996 and now supports many artisan families across several workshops.
Plan your visit
- Buy gifts at the Thrikkaipetta outlet or at the shop in Kalpetta town.
- Uravu also runs occasional workshops and stays; check dates before you go.
Getting there
Questions
Is there an entry fee at Uravu?
No. Entry is free; you pay for anything you buy or any workshop you book.
What can I buy at Uravu?
Bamboo lampshades, masks, baskets, woven pieces and other handmade crafts.