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The government of Karnataka is helping the toymakers.
Training is being given with the help of KSHDC (Karnataka
State Handicrafts Development Corporation). The government

has constructed a Lacquerware craft complex on Tatte Kere
Road. Other than toys, they make cricket bats, wickets,
photo frames, trophy bases, spectacle holders, etc. Financial

assistance is being provided to the artisans with the help of
Dutch Government and the ‘VISHWA’ scheme of Government
of Karnataka.

Kengal Anjaneya Swamy Temple is near this famous city.

This was renovated by Shri.Kengal Hanumanthaiah. It is
beside Bengaluru – Mysuru highway. Thousands of people
visit this temple. Famous cine actor Dr Rajkumar has sung
songs in praise of this God.

We have Janapada Loka near Ramanagara. Here we can
see lots of folklore articles of rural people. It was founded by
the late Dr H. L. Nage Gowda. In Janapada Loka training is
given to young artists to continue our tradition, culture and

art. Every aspect of rural folk culture is taken care of by this
institute.

Divya and Muktha, the two sisters, enjoyed listening to
their grandpa's talk. They decided to visit Channapatna and

Ramanagara with their grandpa in the summer vacation.

glossary :

wonder : surprise

wander : roam

exquisite : very beautiful and delicate

pester : trouble with persistent requests

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