The tradition
Kanjeevaram (Kanchipuram) silk weaving traces its roots to the Pallava dynasty of the 7th century CE, when Kanchipuram grew into a major silk-weaving centre. Tradition credits the Devanga and Saligar communities, who relocated from Andhra Pradesh at the invitation of King Raja Raja Chola, with establishing the craft in the town.
Sarees are handwoven in mulberry silk with pure gold or silver zari, with motifs — including the yali and ganda berunda — drawn from the temple architecture surrounding Kanchipuram. The craft received a Geographical Indication tag in 2005-06.
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