CHIKANKARI

Chikankari, a traditional embroidery style from Lucknow, India, involves delicate hand embroidery on fabrics like cotton, silk, and georgette. Originally used to adorn Mughal royalty, it was later embraced by elite communities and has since gained global recognition. Today, Lucknow remains the center of this craft, known as Lucknawi chikan, and it cannot be found elsewhere in India. This intricate embroidery is admired for its timeless elegance and craftsmanship.