Trichy
Tamil Nadu
Adversity challenges one and all and here is an example where 300BC art and
craft still survives to enrich lives today and dress modern day men and women
globally.
Woraiyur cotton and silk sarees for which Tiruchirappalli Cluster is famous for;
was existent even in 300BC during the Chola Dynasty when it flourished in all
grandeur. Today areas like Manamedu, Musiri, Thatheingarpet, Mettupalayam,
Trichy, Poovalur, Thuraiyur, Kottathur and Paithamparai from the cluster also
contribute jointly to produce almost 5% of the total production of sarees from
Tamil Nadu State.
Here, weaver communities known as Padma Saliyars, Devangars and Mudaliars carry
on their centuries old tradition to weave exquisite designs and patterns that
attract not only dmosetic but buyers from abroad too.
Intervention from Government agencies and EDI, Trichy or Tiruchirappalli
cluster’s capacities have enhanced with the emergence of new production centres
like Thatheingarpet, Manamedu, Musiri, Kulithalai and Thogaimalai. Besides
output, quality of the cluster products like cotton sarees, cotton voiles,
cotton dhoties and cotton uppers have found regular takers.
Today, there are more than 150 weavers weaving pure silk varieties, thanks to
training and support that has provided them access to necessary inputs like the
cloth roller and exposure to new markets.
So, go ahead and drape yourself in the magical Woraiyur cotton and silk sarees
or decorate and furnish your home / offices with superb voile fabrics from
Trichy or Tiruchirappalli - where timeless handloom legacy beckons one and all!
Contact Us
Mr. Dhanpal
Textile Committee
P. Balu Road, Prabhadevi Chowk, Mumbai - 400 025, Maharashtra
Phone: + 91-22-66527500/7507
Mobile: + 91-96776 71117
Email: dhanapal53@gmail.com
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