
Magical weaves
The Hindu
Artisans across the country weave exquisite masterpieces that are unique to the region.
Located around 70km from Chennai, Kanchipuram is renowned for two things — ancient temples and spectacular silk. It is often said that when it comes to silk, no other type comes close to the Kanchipuram variety. Handwoven using mulberry silk and zari, these shimmering saris are protected by Geographical Indication labels that certify their origin. The town’s expert weavers belong to the Devangas and the Pattu Saliyar communities that migrated from Andhra Pradesh in the 15th century.
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