The Banaras Silk Emporium :
Benaras is a city of culture and traditions. Apart from its ghats and religious activities, this city is also very famous for saris. Here the saris are famous all over the country as the Banarasi sarees. Marriage or any domestic function, women's first choice is Banarasi saris only. Banaras sarees are not only famous in India but also in the world. Godaulia market located in Maheshpur is known as the largest textile market in the city. In this market you will find a lot of Banarasi saris located just 10 minutes from Banaras railway station. These markets of Godholiya are also considered to be best for street shopping. In any of the shops here you will find the best collection of Banarasi sari. Not only sari, this market also has beautiful samples of Zari and Silk. The Banaras Silk Emporium is a leading manufacturer, wholesaler and exporter of Traditional Silk Sarees ,Kinhob, Stoles, Pawsilk, Spun Silk, Fabrics Banaras Tissue Organza, Bed Cover, Cushion Cover , net, Dupion, Cotton, Mixed Silk, Nylon, Polyester Sarees and fabrics with intricate workmanship for high fashion designer sarees and fabrics. The Banaras Silk Emporium was established in the year 2004 in the field of Silk Products not only in India but also across the world. The workmanship of Banarasi sarees is centuries old. However, these saris, decorated with bilboo and auspicious designs satisfy the families of each and every age group and fulfill their needs. Banarasi saris are considered as symbols of suhag. The importance of Banarasi sari in traditional Hindu society is similar to that of bangle and vermilion. Married and sadhak women of North India, keep these sarees with great effort on the occasion of marriage. Women wear banarsi sarees only on special occasions.
History
The main center of the Banarasi sari has been built from the very beginning. In addition, this saree is also made in Mubarakpur, Mau and Khairabad. It can be assumed that this art of art came with the advent of Mughal emperors in India. This art was used to make pats, Sherwani, pagdi, scra, dupatta, bad-sheet, masand etc. Since the popularity of saris in India was greater, so different types of designs were inserted in saris, such as bell, buti, zonal and cornia etc, by handloom workers from Iran, Iraq, Bukhara Sharif etc. At that time silk and zari threads were used. Plants were used in karna and banana in the taana, which resulted in clothing being very soft and gauzy. In the past, saris were made from the map, jala. After that, the use of Dabies and Junkards, which can be considered as a tradition, can now be considered to be developed in the form of power-loom. Most artisans making Banarasi sarees are Muslim Ansari. Kabir, a famous poet of India, was also a weaver. The buyers of this sari are mainly Gujarati, Marwari and Rajput. Since ancient times, Banarasi sarees were used especially by the bride and the newly married women in wedding ceremonies. This tradition continues even today in Indian society with some changes.
Godowlia Market :
Godowlia, one of the biggest and busiest markets of the city. Godowlia Market is the oldest and most loved market for its variety of goods and its privilege to offer wholesale to retail goods. The archaic and dilapidated buildings posing a threat to innovation are the recognition of the market. The market is nearly 3kms from Varanasi Cantt Railway Station and could be reached within 10 minutes by rickshaw. Godowlia Market is Located in Maheshpur, Godowlia is the Central Business District (CBD) of Varanasi. Adjacent to the Godolia market, there is a lane famous as Vishwanath Gali. A narrow lane bustling with crowds, it is a true shoppers' delight. You can shop for a plethora of things here including Puja items, 'Lac' bangles, jewellery, spices, woodwork items, wall hangings, cotton a Even if you aren’t looking to buy anything just walking through and taking a look around should be fun. The illegal encroachment and extensions are a need of this ever growing market. nd silk sarees and dress materials, among other things.
Chowk & Vishwanath Gali :
Walking through the famous Vishwanath gali (lane) leading to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple of Lord Shiva. It is the best place for shopping for all the travelers. The street is always stacked with shopaholics who are enjoying their shopping. There is also a wide variety of jewellery on display and for sale at these markets. Vishwanath Lane Market is one of the Famous Bazaar in Benaras. Most people here come to buy things related to worship. Very few people know that even these shops get satin and silk saris on very good and cheap rates. In addition, Saul also has a good collection.
