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 |
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