South Indian culture refers to the culture of the four southern most states of India, namely Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala. South Indian culture though with its visible differences forms an important part of the Indian culture. The South Indian Culture is essentially the celebration of the eternal universe through the celebration of the beauty of the body and motherhood.It is exemplified through its dance, clothing, and sculptures.
South Indian women traditionally wear the sari while the men wear a type of sarong, which could be either a white dhoti or a colourful lungi with typical batik patterns
Kanchipuram – Tamilnadu |
Welcome to the city of thousand temples. Kanchipuram, Kanchi, or Kancheepuram is a city and a municipality in Kancipuram district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is a temple town and the headquarters of Kanchipuram district. In ancient times it was called Kachi and Kachiampathi. Kancheepuram is popular for its renowned crafted world famous silk sarees, a traditional home industry. Kancheepuram is also known for its culture and civilisation.Kancheepuram is popular for its renowned crafted world famous silk sarees, a traditional home industry.
kanchipuram sari
Indian saris come in a mind-boggling variety of textures, colors and designs. Silk saris form an integral part of Indian weddings and celebrations. The rich weave and feel of kanjivaram silk saris hold everyone in their sway. Be it simple contrast border silk sarees or those with gold zari dots and patterns, the kanjivaram silk sari continues to hold pride of place among the various silk sari varieties available in the country. The other popular silk sari varieties are the Benaras silk saris or Patola silk sarees. Kanjivaram silk is preferred for bridal sarees for its durability and grandeur.The Kanchipuram Silk saree is world famous for its design and workmanship. Silk products are exported to various countries.
Today tamilnadu boasts of sari stores that stock a wide variety of glamorous saris, from embroidered georgette and embellished chiffon to gaily printed and designer sarees one of a kind. You can look for such a range at Varsidhi, Man Mandir, Rupkali and Ruprang, to name a few.
Talking of prices, your budget is the limit. Simple, elegant lightweight silk saris can be purchased for as less as Rs.1500/- and authentic silk sari can cost up to one lakh. The price depends on the silk purity, intricate designs and embellishments
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Mangalagiri Sarees
The Mangalagiri saris and dress materials are made from Mangalgiri cotton, which is quite popular here. Mangalagiri, located 12 Kms from Vijayawada is also an important pilgrimage center in Andhra Pradesh. Mangalgiri , located 12 Kms from Vijayawada is a prominent pilgrimage center in Andhra Pradesh . It is famous for the Panakala Swamy temple Narasimha Swamy temple in Mangalgiri town. Mangalagiri means 'The auspicious hill'. The picturesque hill was visited by the great Sri Krishna Deva Raya. The mangalgiri saris have graceful strains of gold all over. These sarees are available in cotton and silk, with pure silver zari and brocade designs in the border. The bright mangalgiri saris have pleasant colours with golden dots, leaves, parrots or simple geometrical designs.
Venkatagiri sari
Venkatagiri saris are woven with locally made jalas and are among the best examples of the jacquard weave. The weaving is fine and the body of the sari is in sheer cotton, ornamented with gold motifs like dots, coins, leaves, parrots, or simple geometric designs.
The wide variety was evolved over the centuries because of its close links with the religious and social customs of different people. Bandhani work involves tying and dyeing of pieces of cotton or silk cloth. The main colours used in Bandhani are yellow, red, green and black. Bandhani work, after the processing is over, results into a variety of symbols including, dots, squares, waves and strips. The main colours used in Bandhani are natural. In fact all colours in bandhani are dark, no Rajasthan is one of the most important centre of tie and dye textile. Each area, each caste and each tribe has its special designs.
In West Bengal they are called Jamdani and follow the traditional patterns. Twisted yarn is closely woven together and so the saris are more lasting. Initially the Jamdani saris were woven for the nobles of North India. Now this art is still practiced in Tanda and Varanasi. This inlay technique is fully indigenous. This Jamdani technique of patterning is found in the cotton centers of Venkatagiri in Andhra, Morangfi in Manipur and Kodialkarruppar in Tamilnadu.
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