Silk weaving is a thousand years old industry in Varanasi, which is known in world and even has received GI tag by Government of India. Now weavers' weave on a French machine invented in France in 1804. The machine used before that is worth watching.we will be walking through the area where many families live who work on these machines at their houses by a particular community. Then after we will drive to the cooperative center where you will get a chance to see the people weaving and one main family of this tradition who run this center we will try to understand the technicalities of it. Here you will get a chance to understand the operation of the old machine used before 1804 mainly for thousands of years. Here you will also see the final products known for their quality in the world, and even buy it as a best souvenir from Varanasi.
Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art.
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Harishchandra Ghat
- Anything not mentioned in inclusion list
- Duration: 4h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
What is the Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art. cancellation policy?
Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art. cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
How much is Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art.?
Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art. price starts from $37.34.
What time does Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art. start?
Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art. will start at 10:00 AM.
Which attractions will I visit with Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art.?
During this experience, places you will visit include:
We are a team of travel enthusiasts who have a passion to know and understand our country, culture and society and help others to understand it. We are there always ready to help our esteemed guests in our best possible way to understand the Indian culture, society, mythology traditions and the diversity of religions that we have here. We organise Walking Tours, Lectures on Hindu culture etc.
- Duration: 4 hours
