The SMSM Institute in Thiruvananthapuram is a Handicrafts Development Corporation of Kerala Ltd undertaking . The Corporation has a chain of exclusive emporiums called ?Kairali?of which the SMSM Institute is one. The Institute showcases exclusive Kerala handicrafts. The precision and perfection in each handiwork is to be seen to be believed. A wide range of handicrafts are available. Miniatures, mythological figures, exquisite sculpture in rose wood and sandal wood, carvings, traditional boxes and furniture, accessories for the home , it is all there at the SMSM Institute. The Institute is a haven for collectors and tourists alike , anybody who has a love for the traditional handicrafts of Kerala. Situated near the Government Secretariat , the SMSM Institute is a showpiece in itself and is the pride and joy of Thiruvananthapuram.