Handicrafts of Varanasi
Varanasi or Banaras has been famous for handicrafts items for years and it is still a good option if this is the thing you are looking for. It has 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. The delicate and intricate work on the saris, carpets and wooden works are unmatched.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. The Banarasi carpets match the quality of carpet weaving in any part of the world and are renowned for their beauty and well worth buying while here.
Also from Sitar, Tanpoora, Veena and Tabla to modern Guitar and Keyboard, the musical instrument shops of Varanasi are well stocked with good quality musical instruments. You may have an instrument of life time from here. The main shopping areas are Chowk, Vishwanath Gali, Thatheri bazaar, Lahurabir, Godoulia, Dashswamedh Gali and Golghar. The best areas to browse are the Thatheri Bazaar (for brass), Jnana Vapi and the Vishwanatha Gall with its Temple Bazaar (for silk brocade and jewellery) and the state run Government emporia in Godowlia and other authorized shops are good. You should be ready for some bargaining if you are buying stuffs from the local vendors. To every visitor, Varanasi offers a breathtaking experience. It is the rich cultural tradition of Varanasi that makes it the cultural capital of India. You can shop here and take back some souvenirs to cherish the fond memories of the holy city.
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