Handwoven Kaziranga Assam Pat Saree

Description

Assam contributes three major types of indigenous wild silks – Golden Muga ,White pat , and Warm Eri silk. Pat silk is produced by Bombyx textor silkworms which feed on mulberry leaves. It is usually brilliant white or off- white in colour and can dry in shadow. Assamese mekhla chadors are often made with pat silk. Speak of silk and Sualkuchi will cross our minds. Located in Kamrup district of Assam , Sualkuchi was and still is an important centre for silk weaving. The place rose to fame during Ahom rule and is arguably the most striking feature of Assam’s culture and tradition.