Weavers' Area Walk - A walking tour in Varanasi to understand age old dying art. provided by Walk 2 Xplor
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Silk weaving is a thousand years old industry in Varanasi, which is known in world and even has received GI tag by Government of India. Now weavers' weave on a French machine invented in France in 1804. The machine used before that is worth watching.we will be walking through the area where many families live who work on these machines at their houses by a particular community. Then after we will drive to the cooperative center where you will get a chance to see the people weaving and one main family of this tradition who run this center we will try to understand the technicalities of it. Here you will get a chance to understand the operation of the old machine used before 1804 mainly for thousands of years. Here you will also see the final products known for their quality in the world, and even buy it as a best souvenir from Varanasi.
Itinerary
- You'll start atHotel Ganges GrandFront Of Marwari Hospital Building, D-37/47 Godowlia Crossing, Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Harha, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, IndiaSee address & details
- 1Harishchandra GhatStop: 60 minutes - Admission includedWe start walking from here to the area of weaver's.Read more
- You'll end atDashashwamedh GhatDashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of Varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, IndiaSee address & details
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Departure Point
Hotel Ganges Grand, Front Of Marwari Hospital Building, D-37/47 Godowlia Crossing, Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Harha, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India
Duration
4h
Return Details
Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of Varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Harishchandra Ghat
Exclusions
- Anything not mentioned in inclusion list
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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00Great boat tour on the Ganges!
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00Very knowledgeable guide
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00Morning boat tour and walking tour
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00Varanasi
Anish was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the city and of India culture in general. He kept the attention o…
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00Great value Varanasi by day and night tour
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00Catching the sun.
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00not to be missed
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