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Tamil Nadu Handicraft Traditions

The state of Tamil Nadu has an innovative story of handicrafts to recite. Since, it is located on the Bay of Bengal; the majority of handicrafts deal with sea products and stone structures. It is the traditional jewelry that has been attracting the customers. In designing the jewelry, craftsmen give high importance to gems and stones. There is a belief that Nine Jewels (Navratna) is the symbol of warding off evils. Even, pearls are also used extensively in the ear drops, armlets and necklaces. Another form of jewelry piece famous in Tamil Nadu is gold waist belt that is worn with saree. In fact, it is form of traditional ornament that is worn by almost every woman.

                 

From the handicraft range of designer jewelry, the musical instruments are designed with utmost care. Each and every piece is well crafted. Many of them also have light meal work on them to give a distinctive look. These musical instruments with such kind of a work speaks about the significance of wood work. On an overall basis, the handicrafts of Tamil Nadu have created a special place in the hearts of art lovers.