Banaras Brocades and Sarees (GI No. 99)

Varanasi, the cultural  city of India is also known for origin of Banaras Saree & Brocades,a symbol of opulence  and elegance. The craftsmanship of  weavers  bears  generation legacy  and  has  been practiced  for more  than 500 years.  The unique  weaving techniques and  skills,  which   varies   from  Tanchoi   to  Brocade,  Kimkhabs  to Gyasar   attracts   attention   of  consumers  across  the   globe.   The Banaras  Brocades incorporates extra  weft of silk zari to create  and elaborate patterns  with intricate  designs,  with beautiful  colour combinations by using  Jacquard  looms.The intricate  designs  called Kimkhabs mesmerizes the tourist visiting the holy city.

The products  like Sarees,  brocaded fabrics,  home furnishings, dress materials  with heavy zari work, compact weaving, figures with small details and metallic visual effect serve the best feast to the customers.