The colorful markets of Thanjavur are mainly known among the tourists for traditional paintings with beautiful art work, exquisite handlooms and pottery. The paintings here are mainly associated with pictures of various gods and goddesses and are quite popular among the local and foreign tourists. Besides, a plethora of other items such as ethnic jewelry, artifacts, wooden figurines, silk sarees and filigree items are also in big demand among the tourists in Thanjavur.