How carpets are made in India
The Indian city of Bhadohi is home to over 500 carpet manufacturing companies. It was these companies that made Bhadohi the largest center of the carpet industry in South Asia. All carpets are handmade.
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1. It is believed that the art of carpet weaving in India appeared during the reign of the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1500 AD. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
2. For the city of Bhadohi, carpet weaving is really a real art. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
3. Workers carry carpets to production warehouses in Bhadohi. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
4. Workers in the production of carpets in Bhadohi. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
5. During the weaving of carpets in India, a special (Persian) type of knot is used, thanks to which the product is very durable. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
6. Unlike other countries, carpet weaving in India is predominantly done by men. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
7. Indian carpets are considered to be among the most durable. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
8. After that, the finished carpet must be washed. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
9. Remove all excess villi and nodules. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)
10. Indian handmade carpets are appreciated all over the world by both ordinary buyers and interior designers. (Xinhua / Landov / Barcroft Media)