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The documented history of
Chanderi goes back to the early 11th century and is a
kaleidoscope of movement and activity prompted by its
strategic location. On the borders of Malwa and Bundelkhand,
the town dominated the trade routes of Central India and was
proximate to the arterial route to the ancient ports of
Gujarat as well as to Malwa, Mewar, Central India and the
Deccan. Consequently, Chanderi became an important military
outpost, prized by rulers with power or ambition, and
repeatedly experienced the might of men who moulded the
destiny of Hindustan.
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Chanderi is also famous for its brocades
and muslins, specially for its handwoven Chanderi sarees.
Here, master weavers use silk and cotton to create
dazzling weaves, distinguished by beautiful borders.
Usually in subtle hues, the Chanderi sarees have a
sophistication hard to match. In the silk Zari sarees,
influences of the Varanasi style are visible. |
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They generally have a rich gold border
and two gold bands on the pallav. The more exclusive ones have
gold checks with lotus roundels all over which are known as
butis.
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