1-Hour Saree and Veshti Workshop in Puducherry: Learn Cultural Dress, History, and Styles
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Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Puducherry with a 1-hour Saree and Veshti Workshop. Learn the history, styles, and techniques of draping a saree, and discover the significance of different draping styles. Leave with the ability to confidently tie a saree and a deeper appreciation for this traditional attire.
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 1, 3rd Main Rd - Embrace the local customs when you’re in a new place, much like the saying ‘When in Rome, do as the Romans do.’ Have you ever seen that Bollywood scene where the leading lady exudes elegance with a flowing garment? Noticed the traditional attire of local women, a fabric elegantly wrapped around them? Seen the men sporting a simple cloth tied around their waist? Ever been curious about how it clings to the body or how the pleats are formed? We’re discussing the Saree (for women) and the Veshti (for men).

We offer a unique experience of encircling your body with a simple piece of cloth in various styles. Join us, not just to capture memories with your camera, but to immerse yourself in the traditional way of dressing and perhaps purchase a keepsake.

What’s included? (Items must be returned)
Saree and underskirt for women to try on.
Dhoti and belt for men to wear.
An assortment of fun accessories.
Please note:
Women should bring their own blouse or top.
Men should bring a shirt of their preference.

What's Included
  • Traditional attire for use (Saree/Dhoti) - return after use
What's Not Included
  • Please bring a blouse/crop top (women), Shirt (Men)
Additional Information

You don’t just get to know practical instructions to drap a saree. But you would be given insights on the history of the saree, different draping styles, how certain draping style is linked to a particular class of society, some styling is specific to geographical location, and stories of accessories too.

At the end of the session, you will be able to tie the saree all by yourself and carry yourself with grace and confidence. We also offer welcome drinks such as warm black tea cool buttermilk or refreshing lime juice depending on your choice. You would get to choose accessories to match your saree. A saree manual will be emailed for future reference. A wide variety of sarees is available for you to select and practice, and most importantly to take some amazing pictures.

  • DISCLAIMER: Infants or 0-9 years old can come but cannot participate to the activity
Location
1, 3rd Main Rd
3rd Main Road
Next to Presidency School Elite Campus
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Coastal02911834549
Sep 16, 2023
Warm welcome and very friendly environment - We had a wonderful session. The guide was very friendly. We were thought why saree is tied in certain way and it was interesting to know about the variety of sarees
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