With rolling hills covered in ancient forests of bamboo and tropical trees, interspersed with tumbling rivers, serene lakes, and vast valleys, Mizoram is a traveller's delight. Its people, from various ethnic tribes, deeply attached to their territory, mark themselves separate by the colours and motifs of their textiles. Their ancient traditions of weaving on the loin loom exist to date, and the Mizo people, especially women, are skilled weavers. In Mizo, 'puan' means cloth. Many of the puans have cultural significance too.
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These 5 GI Tagged Handlooms From Mizoram You Must Add To Your Shopping Bucket List
The unique identity of five traditional handlooms of Mizoram, part of their heritage and culture, have earned them the Geographical Indication tag
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Handloom weaving in progress
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Handloom weaving in progress
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