Farrukhabad Prints (GI No. 234)

Farrukhabad in Uttar Pradesh is famous for artistry and intricacy designs block printed textiles. It is believed that The artistic work of cotton printing originated 1000 years back. Use of distinctive and beautiful pattern like the tree of life design, is the main characteristic of the products. The main tools for printing are wooden blocks in different shapes and sizes called bunta, which are made up of seasoned teak wood by trained craftsmen. The products of Farrukhabad Cotton print are Bed Cover, Scarf, Stole, Cotton fabric, Saree, Gents Muffler, Shawl, Bed Spread, Cotton Cushion Cover, Bread Basket, Curtain, Cushion with long strip, etc. The district occupies a notable place in the export map of the world for its silk and cotton block

prints.