Baluchari Heavy Silk Saree

Historical Fact

Wearing the Baluchari Silk saree is a common practice for ladies in Bangladesh and India. This specific style of saree has its origins in Bengal and is well-known for its pallu, which features images from mythology. The majority of the sarees are made in Murshidabad, and it takes a week or longer to manufacture one. In India, the Baluchari saree has been designated as a geographical designation.

Origin and history

The Baluchari Silk saree originated in West Bengal. The weaving of these sarees started about 500 years ago in a little village called Baluchar in the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, which gave rise to the name Baluchari.