Kala cotton weaving

Kala cotton is a unique organic cotton variety grown in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. The cotton is hand-spun and hand-woven by the weavers of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. The best place to experience Kala cotton weaving is at the Himroo Factory. Famous practitioners of Kala cotton weaving are Anita Dongre and Ruchika Sachdeva.

Mashru weaving

Mashru is a blend of cotton and silk weaving that originated in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar during the Mughal era. The cloth was made for the Muslim community who were not allowed to wear pure silk. The best place to experience Mashru weaving is at the Himroo Factory. Famous practitioners of Mashru weaving are Zainab Udaipurwala and Tasneem Zakaria Mehta.

Warli Painting

Warli painting is a tribal art form that originated in the Thane district of Maharashtra. The art form has been practised in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar for many years. The paintings are made with natural colours and depict the life of the tribal community. The best place to experience Warli painting is at the Tribal Cultural Centre. Famous practitioners of Warli painting are Jivya Soma Mashe and Rajesh Chaitya Vangad.

Kathak dance

Kathak is a classical Indian dance form that originated in northern India. Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar has a rich tradition of Kathak dance and the city is home to many renowned Kathak dancers. The best place to experience Kathak dance is at the Sangeet Natya Academy. Famous practitioners of Kathak dance are Pandit Birju Maharaj and Shama Bhate.

Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar is a city that is rich in art and craft forms, offering a glimpse into the region's rich cultural heritage. So, don't miss the opportunity to explore the art and craft forms in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar and embark on a journey of cultural discovery during your visit.