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TRADITIONAL SAREES FROM MAHARASHTRA : TYPE,DESIGN AND LOOK WITH IMAGES

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Traditional sarees from Maharashtra own the beauty and uniqueness with richness and grace. The draping style in Maharashtra is different, and it even enhances the overall elegance quotient. Traditional Maharashtrian sarees are Maharashtra's cultural heritage. The sarees from Maharashtra are exquisite handloom sarees. The types of sarees from Maharashtra that look absolutely gorgeous- Paithani Saree   Paithani is considered as one of the traditional royal sarees, not only among the women of Maharashtra but among the women across India. Paithani saree is a trademark of Indian tradition and honour. The art of Paithani is over 2000 years old, was developed in the Satvahan dynasty (the then Pratishthan Nagar). This is named after the  Paithan  town in  Aurangabad , Maharashtra where the saree was first handmade. Present day  Yeola  town in  Nashik, Maharashtra  is the largest manufacturer of traditional Paithani saree. Paithani is made with silk and Zari in Fly shut