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TextileGI Tagged · 2004-05
Chanderi Sarees
TownChanderi
StateMadhya Pradesh
Craft typeTextile
GI tag2004-05
About
A featherlight handwoven silk-cotton blend saree tradition dating to the 13th century, known for its sheer texture, fine gold-and-silver zari, and traditional motifs like coins, peacocks, and geometric floral patterns.
Did you know? A Chanderi saree can weigh as little as 200 grams despite its intricate zari work — weavers describe the fabric as having "the transparency of a cracked glass" as its defining quality check.