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Authentic art and craft stores in Vizag to check outAuthentic art and craft stores in Vizag to check out

Authentic art and craft stores in Vizag to check out

There is nothing you cannot find in Vizag. From dazzling designer wear stores to wholesale markets, we Vizagites have everything…

3 years ago
Mangalagiri Saris: The go-to drapes in every woman’s closetMangalagiri Saris: The go-to drapes in every woman’s closet

Mangalagiri Saris: The go-to drapes in every woman’s closet

A hand-woven sari is not just a garment, but a six-yard long tale. The story begins in the hands of…

4 years ago
Venkatagiri saris: Weaves which won hearts of Andhra royaltyVenkatagiri saris: Weaves which won hearts of Andhra royalty

Venkatagiri saris: Weaves which won hearts of Andhra royalty

Click-clack - the weaver pulls the batten, works his way on the loom as the legs pedal in tandem. There…

4 years ago
Gadwal: Land of master craftsmen who once weaved saris that fit into a matchboxGadwal: Land of master craftsmen who once weaved saris that fit into a matchbox

Gadwal: Land of master craftsmen who once weaved saris that fit into a matchbox

India’s handloom sector is the second-largest employer in the country after agriculture, employing more than 40 lakh people. From Kashmir…

4 years ago
Hit by COVID-19 crisis, Etikoppaka artisans in dire need of supportHit by COVID-19 crisis, Etikoppaka artisans in dire need of support

Hit by COVID-19 crisis, Etikoppaka artisans in dire need of support

Known as a country with great cultural diversity, India is indeed a land of rich heritage. The indigenous crafts from…

5 years ago
Craft Council of Andhra Pradesh makes a trip to Jamdani Festival, BangladeshCraft Council of Andhra Pradesh makes a trip to Jamdani Festival, Bangladesh

Craft Council of Andhra Pradesh makes a trip to Jamdani Festival, Bangladesh

From boating in the blue waters to shopping for Jamdani saris, Jaya Siva Murty shares the memories of the Craft…

5 years ago
CCAP holds Aakruthi Vastra, an exhibition cum sale of textiles and crafts in VisakhapatnamCCAP holds Aakruthi Vastra, an exhibition cum sale of textiles and crafts in Visakhapatnam

CCAP holds Aakruthi Vastra, an exhibition cum sale of textiles and crafts in Visakhapatnam

Crafts Council of Andhra Pradesh or CCAP are coming up with Aakruthi Vastra, their signature exhibition cum sale of exquisite…

7 years ago
Super “Summer” Syllabus! – Summer Activities For Kids In VizagSuper “Summer” Syllabus! – Summer Activities For Kids In Vizag

Super “Summer” Syllabus! – Summer Activities For Kids In Vizag

There is a lot children can learn during their summer holidays. Here are some summer activities that might interest your…

8 years ago