The durrie, a timeless symbol ingrained in the tapestry of Indian culture, carries with it an 800-year-old legacy of Kharaad / Kharad weaving. This tradition, rooted in the era of ancient palaces, camel herders, and nomadic wanderers, has stood the test of time. The inspiration for this craft can be traced back to the utilitarian […]
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Ashawali Brocade, woven in silk and hailing from the heart of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, carries with it a name that echoes through the corridors of time, tracing its origins back thousands of years. The very essence of its name, Ashawali, finds its roots in the history of a bygone era, under the reign of King Ashapalli. […]
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Pipli village a few kilometres from Bhubaneshwar, the capital of Orissa, is a village where all houses and shops along the roads have one thing in common: beautiful appliqué work, in the making or on display, all giving out a loud burst of colour. Established by the King of Orissa for accommodating the craftsmen who […]
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The Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is a part of the western Himalayan region with a wide variety of forests. The mountain ranges here are not only inhabited by rich flora and fauna, but it has also influenced the artistic mores of the people in this region. The craft of wood carving is regarded as […]
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The plant which is abundantly grown in Thrissur district of Kerala, forms an important raw material to make one of the prominent and most popular craft of this state: the screw pine craft of Kerala. This craft which is made entirely from the plant itself is considered as the most eco-friendly craft of Kerala. All […]
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Wayanad, a north-eastern district of Kerala is an integral part of the rural economy in bamboo craft production. It is an increasingly important craft form of this state as it provides part-time employment to many cultivators in the lean season which also helps to generate livelihood for a large number of craftsmen. Bamboo mats, curtains, […]
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Kuthampully, a small town located in Thrissur district is known as a traditional cotton-weaving village. The handwoven products from Kuthampully weaving are woven as a traditional costume by the women and men of Kerala. The Kuthampully weaving is mostly famous for its classic off-white fabric with its significant ‘kasavu’ (zari border).
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Kasaragod, is the district situated in the northern part of Kerala surrounded by the western ghats at the east and the Arabian Sea to the west, is known for their weaving. The beautiful sarees that Kasaragod weavers weave are completely made from natural fibres. The sarees from this town are known for their plain body […]
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Kathakali is one of the 9 major Indian classical dances recognised by the Indian Ministry of Culture and Sangeet Natak Academy. Native to the state of Kerala, Kathakali was born in the 17th century. It is the performance or enactment of stories through dance and ancient Indian martial art techniques. The roots of Kathakali can […]
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The Lambani community is considered to be one of the oldest communities in the world. There are numerous stories that explain their origin and migration patterns. Known as a nomadic tribe, they reared buffaloes that were used to transport materials, grains, and salt from one place to another. The Lambanis are a colourful tribe; today, […]
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