In search of the real Banarasi sari
The classic Banarasi sari, born after craftsmen migrated to Banaras (Varanasi) from Persia during Mughal times, is today fighting against the fake BanaÂrasis made of Chinese silk and plastic –zari–
The classic Banarasi sari, born after craftsmen migrated to Banaras (Varanasi) from Persia during Mughal times, is today fighting against the fake BanaÂrasis made of Chinese silk and plastic –zari–
Sometimes, buying a Kanjeevaram silk sari can be like going on a pilgrimage