Meet the sari weavers of Varanasi, whose nimble fingers and artistic vision keep alive an ancient craft that dates back to the 16th century. Here’s how they create exquisite works of art that reflect the beauty and culture of India.
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India: Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges River’s sacred waters and perform funeral rites. Along the city's winding streets are some 2,000 temples, including Kashi Vishwanath, the “Golden Temple,” dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva
Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi, India: Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva. It is located in Vishwanath Gali, in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple is a Hindu pilgrimage site and is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines. Wikipedia