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North India is home to several vibrant handloom villages where traditional weaving techniques are preserved and celebrated
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Here are some notable handloom villages you might want to explore:
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Varanasi is renowned for its intricate and luxurious silk sarees, featuring detailed zari work and traditional designs.
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Kullu is famous for its handwoven shawls, which are crafted from wool and feature traditional patterns and vibrant colours.
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Chanderi is known for its lightweight, translucent sarees with intricate motifs and embroidery, combining silk and cotton.
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Mandi is known for its traditional handwoven woolen garments, including blankets and shawls with unique patterns.
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Amritsar is renowned for its Phulkari embroidery, a traditional floral embroidery technique on fabrics like shawls and dupattas.
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Bageshwar is known for its handwoven Kumaoni shawls and blankets, which often feature intricate patterns and vibrant colours.
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These towns are integral to preserving and promoting the region's handloom traditions
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