Still, there are places where pottery have remained as art and is considered heritage of Indian traditions.
Chunar is such a place where pottery has established itself for years as an art form and flourishing day by day.
We are here to take you to Chunar for deep insight into the art of pottery making.
Here you will be showcased moving potters’ wheel, the beautifully made clay pots, molding of clay,
the skillful management of wet clay by potter, terracotta pottery and red clay pottery is an exclusive inheritance of this place not found elsewhere.
Techniques used for pot making are perhaps more ancient than invention of wheel.
Products made in Chunar are -
Pots, water-filters, pitchers, vases, incense burners, lamps and hukkahs, dolls, small figurines of Gods and goddesses, toys, musical instruments, candle stands etc.
Raw materials used for pottery and other product in Chunar -
Red clay, gum, starch, wax, twigs, leaves, sand, cow dung, decorative material, feldspar etc.
Holy Voyages, a leading tour operator in Varanasi provides good packages visit Chunar and return on same day to Varanasi.
We will arrange accommodation and transportation for your convenience. It is also included in our Day Tour packages.
Hope you would like to have special opportunity to visit this place along with Varanasi Tour.