Himroo

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Himroo is a type of fabric native to the state of Maharashtra, India. It has a double weave of cotton and silk, and is very expensive.

Himroo is brought to Aurangabad in the period of Emperor Mohammad Tughlaq, when he had shifted his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad

Himroo, The word Himroo is derive from the Persian word Hum-ruh which means ‘Similar’. Himroo is the replica of the rich Kum-khwab which was woven by the pure golden and silver threads in olden days.

The designs for Himroo were Persian. Himroo weaving is very characteristic and distinctive. Aurangabad Himroo was used by the royal families. Himroo from Aurangabad is much in demand for their unique style and design. Now days there are very few weavers like Aurangabad Silk Mills http://www.aurangabadsilkmills.com making Himroo shawls, Sarees, Dress Material & Bed Covers.


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