Kashmiri silk

Like Kashmiri tweed, Kashmiri silk is also famous the world over. Weaving and printing of silk are generally not undertaken in Kashmir. However, cocoon rearing is undertaken on a large scale in Kashmir, which yield the best quality of silk. Rearing cocoons is one of the major occupations of the people of Kashmir.

Kashmiri embroidery

Kashmiri embroidery is also famous in India and in other countries. Locally known as Kasida, the designs used in this embroidery are inspired by the natural beauty of Kashmir. Landscape designs, Chinar leaves as well as mythological figures are commonly used in Kasida embroidery. Usually such embroidery is done on woolen or cotton cloth. Generally white colored or other pale colored cloth is used for such embroidery.

Each of these crafts has an exquisite beauty, which makes them famous all over the globe. Tourists invariably buy at least one of these items when they visit Kashmir. The state of Kashmir has been blessed with talented artists, the same way it has been blessed with scenic surroundings.

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