Varanasi and its neighboring areas are well known for carpet making. The Varanasi-Bhadohi-Mirzapur belt in Uttar Pradesh produces maximum number of carpets in the country. The carpets produced in Varanasi region are famous for the excellence in quality and design. Every carpet that is woven here has a distinctive grace and unmatched style that speak volumes about the carpet weaving tradition of Varanasi and its surrounding areas. The stylish and quality of the carpets also proves the genius of the traditional carpet weavers of Varanasi region.
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Banarasi Saree is an Indian woman's coveted possession. For a long time Banarasi Saree has been an important part of the Indian bride wardrobe and rarely fails to flatter a woman, making her feel delicate and feminine. The Banarasi sari speaks volumes of the genius of the traditional weaver. The Banarasi saris became more popular during the Mughal era and the sari weaving art reached its zenith. It was during this period when Sari weaving saw the amalgamation of Indian designs and Persian motifs.
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Our inclusive livelihood model for Benarasi weavers is being carried out for PACS in the the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh by Traidcraft Exchange (U.K.) and the All India Artisans and Craftworkers Welfare Association (AIACA).
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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.
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Kabir Muth is located on Kabir Road at Lehartara in Varanasi. Muth translates to monastery in English but the Kabir Muth is not all equal to a monastery. It is more like a pilgrimage place, a temple and Samadhisthal. Every year the Kabir Muth sees a large number of devotees and followers coming from across the world to commemorate birth anniversary of St. Kabir.
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Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi is one of the most sought after institution of higher education of India was established in the year 1916 by efforts of Pt. Mahamana Madan Mohan Malviya to provide space for Indians for leaning. It took great efforts by Indians to build such an institution. Initially there were not so many departments and institutions in the university campus but gradually with development of academia several branches and departments opened.
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