Kanchipuram silk sari
Type of silk saree made in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Kanchipuram silk sari is a type of silk sari made in the Kanchipuram region in Tamil Nadu, India.[1] These saris are worn as bridal & special occasion saris by most women in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh. It has been recognized as a Geographical indication by the Government of India in 2005–2006.[2][3][4]
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Kanchipuram silk | |
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Geographical indication | |
Description | Silk saris weaved in Kanchipuram |
Type | Handicraft |
Area | Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu |
Country | India |
Registered | 2005–2006 |
Material | Silk |
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As of 2008, an estimated 5,000 families were involved in sari production.[5] There are 25 silk and cotton yarn industries and 60 dyeing units in the region.[6]