Silk Saress

Kanchipuram Silk Sarees – History & Origin

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Kanchipuram silk sarees come from the temple town of Kanchipuram, located in Tamil Nadu.
This city is also called the “City of Thousand Temples”, and its rich culture deeply influences the saree designs.

 History

• The history of Kanchipuram silk sarees dates back over 400+ years.
• It is believed that the weavers are descendants of Sage Markanda, the master weaver of the gods.
• During the reign of the Chola Dynasty, weaving flourished as kings supported art, temples, and textiles.
• Silk weaving later expanded with influences from nearby regions like Andhra Pradesh.