Fabrics of India: 5 places that are pure heaven for shopaholics

India is one of the topmost culturally rich countries in the entire world which is renowned to possess some of the very best and highly skilled artisans specializing in traditional and contemporary fabrics. It has a rich culture and a wide range of handicrafts. Many different regions throughout the country specializes and boasts of certain textiles that are completely exclusive to that area.

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Fabrics of India - find out the best places to visit

1. Varanasi

Speciality: Banarasi Brocade

Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh which dates back to the 11th century B.C. A city which is regarded as the spiritual capital of India has a rich history of textile designing. The weavers here are quite popular for their work of brocade weaving which is their speciality and are known to churn out one of the finest fabrics that one can buy. Speaking of the origin, the one can observe the Moghul influence in their designs, which often depicts floral pattern and hunting scenes.

2. Gujarat

Speciality: Bandhani

Gujarat is known for its handicrafts and prides itself for the embroideries that really stand out. But the place is most famous for the classy thread work that goes into the constructions. The Zari industry of Surat and the Kathi embroidery of Kutch are classic examples of thread works and are one of the old handicrafts.

Bandhani, a ‘tie and dye’ technique is an ancient art and yet another speciality of Gujarat. The patterns formed in Bandhani are way finer and generally works with small circular patterns using fingernails, iron-nails etc. It is one of the best places in India to buy sarees. So for someone planning to travel to Gujarat, be sure to check them out.

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3. Aurangabad

Speciality: Paithani

Paithani is a fabric which is made from zari and silk. This variety of sari is named after the town Paithan and is a very rich and intricate sari. Their sarees are considered as one of the most expensive ones in India. It is definitely one of the places to visit if you are looking to buy sarees. Aurangabad is one of the best places to visit if you have a love for fabrics and love to discover the fabrics of India.

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4. Jharkhand

Speciality: Tussar Silk

Tusssar silk, also known as Kosa silk is produced from larvae of several species of silkworms. It is produced at several places across India, but Jharkhand has emerged to be the biggest producer of this fibre. These are very light in weight and can be worn both casually and formally.

5. Tamil Nadu

Speciality: Kanjivaram Silk

Kanchipuram or Kanjivaram silk sarees are traditionally woven silk from a region called Kanchipuram in the state of Tamil Nadu. These sarees are worn as bridal and special occasion sarees by most women in several parts of the country, whereas women in south India mostly prefer to wear them irrespective of the occasion and there is a huge variety to choose from.

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