Tussar silk saree
Sampurna MajumderSampurna Majumder/Times Travel Editor/SHOPPING IN KOLKATA/ Updated : Nov 4, 2015, 11:06 IST
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While Tussar silk is available in different parts of eastern India, majority of Tussar silk is produced in Malda district of Bengal. Often referred to as wild silk, it is obtained from the wide winged moth that is yellowish brown … Read more
While Tussar silk is available in different parts of eastern India, majority of Tussar silk is produced in Malda district of Bengal. Often referred to as wild silk, it is obtained from the wide winged moth that is yellowish brown in colour. This textured fabric is quite porous and hence, cooler and wearable in warmer areas. While not much is known about the history of Tussar silk, it is believed to have originated around medieval times. Read less

While Tussar silk is available in different parts of eastern India, majority of Tussar silk is produced in Malda district of Bengal. Often referred to as wild silk, it is obtained from the wide winged moth that is yellowish brown in colour. This textured fabric is quite porous and hence, cooler and wearable in warmer areas. While not much is known about the history of Tussar silk, it is believed to have originated around medieval times. You can choose from a wide range of Tussar silk sarees, generally woven and embroidered. Available in an array of colours and patterns, you can easily find Tussar silk saree in your favourite colour in most of the shops in Kolkata. RMCA Basak—Gariahat, Priya Gopal Bishoyi and Sons—MG Road and Traders Assembly—Gariahat are just some of shops where you can buy this beautiful saree.
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