Chanderi: Where Legends Are Found in Silk and Stone
Chanderi has more to it than just its traditionally made saree
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As much as Chanderi is known for its sarees, it’s also known for its fortresses (Photo: MP Tourism)
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Chanderi is mentioned in the Mahabharata as the capital of Lord Krishna’s arch nemesis, King Shishupala of the Chedis. In more recent times, the city was a strategic trade center and military outpost for the Mughals. While it was once known for its vast fortresses, today, it is known by the gorgeous sarees that bear its name.
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