Varanasi Handicrafts Market, India

Varanasi has, since times immemorial, been hailed as a leading center for some of the finest Indian handicrafts. The most renowned craft of Varanasi city is silk weaving. 'Banarasi Sarees', produced by local craftsman are among the most preferred, not only in India but also all over the world. Besides the famous Benarasi Sari, brassware, copperware, ivory work, glass bangles, wood, stone and clay toys and exquisite gold jewellery are some of the other crafts Varanasi city is famous for. Among the other shopping attractions of Varanasi and surrounding areas are the Bhadohi Carpets and musical instruments.

Handicraft Type	Description	Main Market Location	Popular Items
Banarasi Silk Sarees	World-famous silk sarees with intricate zari work.	Godowlia, Thatheri Bazaar	Bridal Sarees, Handwoven Sarees
Wooden Toys & Carvings	Handmade wooden toys and decorative items by local artisans.	Lahurabir, Khojwa	Animal figures, Traditional dolls, Wall hangings
Brass & Copperware	Temple utensils, pooja items, and décor made of brass and copper.	Thatheri Bazaar	Lamps, Diyas, Pooja thalis
Stone Inlay Work	Fine carving and inlaying on marble and stone.	Chowk, Gyanvapi area	Coasters, Plates, Nameplates
Glass Beads & Jewelry	Handcrafted beads used for making traditional jewelry.	Chandpur Industrial Area	Necklaces, Bangles, Decorative beads
Gulabi Meenakari Work	Unique pink enamel work on silver and copper items.	Near Gai Ghat	Pendants, Frames, Religious items