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From Kalahandi to Sualkchi … such types of sari which are very few people know
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From Kalahandi to Sualkchi ... such types of sari which are very few people know

There are few people about these sarees of IndiaImage Credit Source: Asam.gov./Bhagyashree Insta

No matter how much fashion changes, sarees are the first choice of every woman in the Indian tradition and women like to wear sarees abroad. In our country, there would be a difference between the design of saree to the way of wearing it. Just like the nauwari saree in Maharashtra is dragged into lungi style, there is Kodagu draping style in Karnataka. Similarly, the saris prepared in a traditional manner reflect the handicraft of India. Among them, most women know about popular handloom sarees like Banarasi saree, Kanjeevaram, Paithani, Patan Patola of Uttar Pradesh, but there are some saris that hardly anyone knows. In this article, we will learn about such sarees with details.

From the design of sarees to women can be better than women about their fabric, but there are some saris that are not very popular among people, although everyone knows them locally. Let us know that after knowing the names of those sarees made in different places, you will definitely be shocked.

Dharmavaram saree

Dharmavaram saree woven by hand is made in a city in the state of South India, Andhra Pradesh. It is named after the city of the city, where it is made. The borders in this saree are quite wide, on which the boundary of golden brocade is made. It is made from pure mulberry silk. These sarees are also known for richness and long shelf life. If maintenance of the Dharmavaram saree made in a traditional manner is not spoiled for almost 50 years.

Balrampuram saris

The sarees constructed in Balrampuram village of Thiruvananthapuram district are known as Balrampuram Sari. These sarees are made by using traditional throw-shuttle or fly shuttle. It is exactly like the tight sari of Kerala.

Sualkuchi Sari

The saree built in Sualkuchi town of Assam state of India is known as Sualkchi or Assam Silk. Where this sari is made, that place is also called 'Silk's heaven'. Different types of silk are used to make this saree.

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Mekhala saree

The traditional saree of the state of Assam is known as Mekhala. It is also known by the name of Mekhala Chadar. They are made from two clothes, wear one like a skirt and the other piece is wrapped on the upper part of the body. In this saree too, different types of silk are weaved in a traditional way.

Asam mekhla saree

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Kalahandi saree

Very few people also know about the handloom saree Kalahandi to be built in Kalahandi district of Odisha. It is made from organic cotton, so the summer season is excellent. It contains traditional and fine designs which reflect nature and culture. Apart from this, Habspuri saris are also made in Habaspuri village here, which are famous for their hands weaving and complex designs.

Venkatagiri saris

The handloom saris built in Venkatagiri city of Andhra Pradesh, South India are famous as Venkatagiri. The zari on the border and pallu of these sarees is very special. These sarees are known for softness. Actually, more than 100 cotton threads are used to weave these sarees. In these sarees, users like peacocks, goose, parrot and mangoes, leaves are created.

Gadwal saree

Hardly more people know about Gadwal sarees built in Telangana of South India. These sarees are made by weaving on handloom in Gadwal city. The base of this saree is cotton, but the border and pallu remains silky. Which gives it a great texture. These sarees are made with interlock knitting technology. Therefore, despite being light, they are durable.


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