Banarasi Sarees are elegant Brocaded silk sarees. These are known to be the finest sarees of the country and has been popular for its golden and silver zari work, these sarees look very gorgeous and are comparatively heavier.

Weaver weaving Banarasi Saree
Weaver weaving Banarasi Saree

It has been in practice since last 500 years. it was highly expensive and was only consumed by elites from all over the world but now it is the most preferred bridal attire for every Indian woman.

Indian Woman with Banarasi Saree
Indian Woman with Banarasi Saree

The weavers can be seen in hundreds of  seen in hundreds of small workshops in Peelikothi, Madnapura and Shivala area where they are working day and night, creating wonderful crafts with threads, zaries and passion in looms.

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