Handicrafts Of Sikkim

In the midst of the mountains

lies a piece of paradise.

Who's glimpse is a must in one's life.

which will surely drive you to fantasise.

Sikkim is the land of pristine and mystic charm. Apart from its picturesque beauty, handicrafts and handlooms have impersonated a crucial role as a worthy cultural custom right from the commencement of its civilisation. Beautiful and popular art and handicrafts of Sikkim are the manifestations of the creative minds and aesthetic feelings of its artists. Significantly, Sikkim is also known for its traditional handicrafts, ornaments, carpets, paintings, motifs, ideal tribal shoes, dresses, weaving and a lot more.

To preserve and foster this traditional art of Sikkim, the Sikkim Government has established several platforms in the form of Handicraft and Handloom Institutes.

There is an institution that is a cistern of eye-catching handlooms and handicrafts like wood carved furniture, carpets, canvas and thanks wall hangings. The aesthetic designs are famous for their hand-knotted at Pelling carpets. From a fantastic carpet to a Chotkse table or from a wood carved furniture to wall hangings. All the handicrafts are worth appraisal.

The native Sikkimese weaves numerous stunning designs and patterns. They have been weaving woollen blankets, bags, shawls and jackets with an echo of their proficiency over the art.

Sikkim is home to many kinds of handicrafts. As an example, The wood carving of Sikkim is symbolic of the authentic art of India. Everywhere in Sikkim, one can trace abbeys and buildings, adorned with symbols and icons engraved in wood. One can discover fabulous masks made out of wood and paper-mâché. Pemayangtse Monastery is an exceptional specimen of carved wooden sculptures and wood carvings.

Carpet-weaving is one of the most ancient Sikkimese' practices. Weaving is probably the most antiquated form of carpet weaving in the world. The women of the Bhutia community are said to be bona - fide carpet weavers. The traditional pattern of weaving requires a frame loom. The exotic manner of weaving, by the hard-working artisans of Sikkim, appears in the designs of extraordinary carpets.

Additionally, there is paintwork known as 'Thangka Painting", which depicts diverse paintworks recognised as 'Thangka Painting; which illustrates different incarnations of Buddha. It has the finest tradition in Sikkim. Customarily, the Bhutias and Lepchas alone were entitled to make 'Thangka' painting.

A land gifted with rich handicrafts, cuisines and panoramic beauty.

A trip which will deliver an enthralling experience.

the souvenirs which will always reminisce the encounter

the woven carpets which will forever keep you warm.