* The wooden dolls of Kondapalli are famous throughout Andhra Pradesh. These are crafted by artisans known as arya kshatriyas who use the soft poniki wood to create themes to include everyday scenes from village life to figures of deities including the ten avataras or divine manifestations of Vishnu. The dolls are realistically crafted with a lot of skill and are made in various sizes with each one having a distinct identity and beauty.