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     • The state of Tamil Nadu is known for its long tradition of handloom weaving, with several clusters spread across the southern state producing cotton and silk sarees, bedsheets, towels, lungies and other fabrics. One such cluster is the hamlet of Periya Negamam that has busied itself with handloom for several centuries.
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   Why is Periya Negamam so famous?

   • This omnipresent sound is due to the village’s status as a centre for the weaving of cotton and silk sarees. The way the artisans function, and the craft that goes into making these elaborate sarees is quite intriguing. The looms give the weavers of Periya Negamam a livelihood that they can bank on. The sarees are also known as Village Cot saree.

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   Where is Periya Negamam?

   • Periya Negamam (also known as Negamam) is a panchayat town in Coimbatore district in the southern Indian State of Tamil Nadu. It comes under Pollachi Taluk and pollachi Assembly constituency. Negamam used to be a popular small town serving the commercial and transport needs of many small villages around it until 1980s.

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   What is Periya Negamam made out of?

   • It almost looks like the village is made out of Lego bricks, and nestled in these tiny homes are some of Tamil Nadu’s most talented handloom weavers. In Periya Negamam, one can find the hospitable, ever-smiling people who are world-renowned for the cotton saris they make.

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   Why should you visit Periya Negamam?

   • In Periya Negamam, one can find the hospitable, ever-smiling people who are world-renowned for the cotton saris they make. Priced at an average of Rs. 1,000 and upwards, the six-yards are a feast for the eyes. Each one has a team of skilled craftsmen working on them and along with the threads are woven the history and culture of this place.

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3. www.makeheritagefun.com › periya-negamam-weaversPeriya Negamam: The village of weavers - Make Heritage Fun!

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   Feb 21, 2017 · The Village of Weavers: Around 15 km from Polachi in Coimbatore, lies a village named Periva Negamam. The village consists of tiled roof houses, cow-dung tempered streets, and also has a central temple for worship. In the central sanctum of the village, lies a peepal tree, which forms an area of community interaction.

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   Periya Negamam (also known as Negamam) is a panchayat town in Coimbatore district in the southern Indian State of Tamil Nadu. It comes under Pollachi Taluk and pollachi Assembly constituency. Negamam used to be a popular small town serving the commercial and transport needs of many small villages around it until 1980s.

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   Aug 13, 2022 · The 300-odd families of Periya Negamam begin their day as early as 5am, working on their looms that are known to weave among the most sought after cotton sarees in the region.

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6. www.dtnext.in › tamilnadu › 2018/06/17A village that thrives on handloom weaving - DT Next

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   Jun 16, 2018 · Chennai. It almost looks like the village is made out of Lego bricks, and nestled in these tiny homes are some of Tamil Nadu’s most talented handloom weavers. In Periya Negamam, one can find the hospitable, ever-smiling people who are world-renowned for the cotton saris they make.

7. indianmasterminds.com › features › be-inspiredAn IAS Officer Helps Revive Identity of Tamil Nadu's Negamam ...

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   Apr 4, 2023 · Negamam in Pollachi region of Tamil Nadu is famous for its pure cotton sarees but over time the art of weaving this particular handloom lost its significance thus never reaching the popularity it deserves.

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8. www.tripoto.com › tamil-nadu › tripsThe unheard rhythms of Negamam - Tripoto

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   Aug 1, 2015 · “Periya Negamam is a town panchayat, 15km from Pollachi in Coimbatore district. Here is the origin of Negamam sarees, a premium product among cotton sarees in India ,” he explained—as we were walking in one of the narrow streets of Negamam.

9. www.indulgexpress.com › cover › 2018Heritage sites and artisan clusters define the history of ...

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   Dec 28, 2018 · Periya Negamam—a prized handloom centre of Southern Tamil Nadu is located in one of the most idyllic regions of Pollachi, which is 45 km from Coimbatore. Ensuring a market for this dwindling weave, a step in the direction of contemporising handloom products from the region comes from the ‘farm to fashion’ brand Ethicus that made it’s ...