Bishnupur

Known for its jewel-box terracotta temples covered with terracotta friezes depicting scenes from Hindu mythology. It is also home to Baluchari sari weavers, whose magnificent silk-on-silk embroidered textiles and garments are deeply sought after.

Bishnupur also boasts of several artisans that carve intricate blowing shells and bracelets out of conch shell. A short drive will take you to a village of potters who create the region's famed Bankura horse motifs made with red terracotta.