The Central Cottage Industries Emporium, popularly known as “Cottage Emporium”, “CCIC”, “CCIE” and “Cottage” is a convenient one-stop souvenir shop, in the Indian art & craft scenario for over 60 years. It preserves and nurtures the rich heritage of the Indian culture dating back to over 5000 years and offers a rich saga of breathtaking masterpieces by skilled artisans.
The Cottage Emporium is located near Connaught Place and is the main government-run place for buying handicrafts from all over the country. The prices are a little more (and generally it is a FIXED price) than what you’d find if you went bargain hunting, but you can shop in a comfortable air-conditioned environment where all sales people speak in English. The quality of the products sold here is unquestionable and the best part it, they accept all cards.
The Cottage Emporium was formed in the year 1952 with an idea to keep and share traditional craftsmanship globally. It is a breathtaking showcase of handicrafts and hand-looms sourced from all over India from dedicated artisans famed nationally and internationally. It therefore transforms itself into an effective and efficient enterprise to present a part of the dynamic Indian culture.
Over the last 60 years, the Emporium has attracted well-known personalities like Queen Elizabeth II of England, Queen Farah of Iran, Jacquiline Kennedy and a host of dignitaries from across the world.
Today, the Cottage and its logo “The Bankura Horse” constitute a hallmark of tradition, quality and authenticity. It is a fair trading partner, with an overriding motto of servicing the interests of the craftsmen and availability of high quality product to its customers.
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