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Most
of all, Gujarat is known for its textiles, sought after the world
over for generations. The textiles of Gujarat were exported to Europe
and far east Asia from the port of Surat. The Mughals, the Dutch,
the Portuguese, the British and the French set up trade and industry
in Surat, realising the city's potential for producing fine artisans
and the importance of its port. Today Surat is no longer a port
but is still an industrial city with a major textile manufacturing
base.
Textile factories have mushroomed in and around Surat, and the multi-storeyed
textile market on Ring road is a hub of activity, but weavers still
work in houses and workshops making saris like the Gujee and Tanchoi,
featuring weaves and motifs that are the result of centuries of
international trading influences and the influx of immigrants. Besides
silk, synthetic, art silk and cotton saris, Surat enjoys a good
reputation for its zari, typically made from pure gold or silver
with artistic embroidery. Diamond polishing and wood crafts thrive
in Surat and the towns of south Gujarat.
Most
of all, Gujarat is known for its textiles, sought after the world
over for generations. The textiles of Gujarat were exported to Europe
and far east Asia from the port of Surat. The Mughals, the Dutch,
the Portuguese, the British and the French set up trade and industry
in Surat, realising the city's potential for producing fine artisans
and the importance of its port. Today Surat is no longer a port
but is still an industrial city with a major textile manufacturing
base. 
