Carpet weaving

Wool is traditionally used in carpet weaving but Rajasthan carpets and rugs are often made out of silk and cotton fibre. The art of carpet and rug weaving was actively promoted in the region under the patronage of the Mughal monarchs and the Rajput royals. Camel wool has in recent days become a highly appreciated yarn in rug weaving. There are different techniques of carpet making in the area and the craft is usually passed on within the family. We found our weaving specialist in the village Bisalpur, about 15 minutes from Chandelao.