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Its all about Chanderi Silk Sarees

There are several traditional ethnic fabrics that have been famous across the country like cotton, Linen, Chanderi , Tussar, Maheshwari and many more. these fabrics are commonly used to create different types of traditional Indian attires like sarees, suits, lehnga, etc. among all these fabrics, Chanderi is one of the popular ethnic fabric that is characterized by its sheer texture, light weight, and fine luxurious feel. This gorgeous weave belongs to a Chanderi town that has historical importance situated in Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh. The hand-woven pure chanderi silk sarees are famous throughout the country as well abroad as they never fail to fascinate anyone who comes across it. The historical evidence says that Chanderi fabric was introduced by Lord Krishna’s cousin Shishupal, and later the Mughal emperors started it again by ordering it for making Khilat — a ceremonial robe given as a mark of honour. It was created using a soft cloth embroidere