Thirubuvanam Silk Sarees
Thirubuvanam Silk Sarees are a silk saris woven in the Thirubuvanam region in Thanjavur district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.[2] These include silk saris woven in the Thirubuvanam region near Kumbakonam in Tamil Nadu.The silk saris measure about 12 ft (3.7 m) in length and 4 ft (1.2 m) in breadth, weighing about 400 g (14 oz) without the zari.[3] The saris are known for its extensive border and pallu designs with extensive zari work and higher thread count.[4] The weavers are part of a co-operative named Thirubuvanam Silk Handloom Weavers Co-operative Production and Sale Society Limited (THICO), which was established in 1955.