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Thirubuvanam Silk Weaving
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Thirubuvanam Silk Weaving

Kumbakonam1 hour12.00 PM - 1.00 PM

The experience

Enter a traditional weaving home and witness how exquisite silk sarees are brought to life, one thread at a time.

What you will experience

  1. 01

    Meet local weaving families and explore the journey of silk from yarn preparation to the finished masterpiece.

  2. 02

    Watch skilled artisans operate the handloom and take a tour to the cooperative society to understand different processes of weaving

  3. 03

    Learn about the distinctive patterns, weaving techniques, and traditions that have made Thirubuvanam silk renowned across generations.

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KumbakonamDestination
ThanjavurDistrict

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Kalamkari painting experience

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Kalamkari Painting with an Artist

Thanjavur2–3 hrs

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The plan so far

  1. 10:00

    Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple

  2. 1:00

    Lunch nearby

  3. 3:00

    Free time near the hotel

  4. 6:00

    Return to the hotel

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  1. 10:00

    Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple

  2. 1:00

    Lunch nearby

  3. 3:00

    Meet a Kalamkari artist

    Draw with a bamboo kalam and discover the stories held in every line.

  4. 5:00

    Leave with something you made

  5. 6:00

    Return to the hotel

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