INDIA

Meghalaya

The beautiful state of Meghalaya has many things to charm tourists and art and craft of Meghalaya features as top. The handicrafts of Meghalaya and the cottage industry of Meghalaya are very important part of the state’s development

Meghalaya is one of the eight northeastern states of India. The beautiful city of Shillong, also known as the Scotland of the East, is the capital of Meghalaya. Meghalaya is one of the most beautiful states of the northeast India and has lot of things to see and experience. Amongst other things, the exclusive flora and fauna, the friendly tribal folks and their cultural heritage are the things that attract people to this state.

Meghalaya handicrafts

The state of Meghalaya is well known for various crafts. Handicrafts made with cane and bamboo products, textile weaving, carpet weaving, ornament making and woodcarving also hold important place in Meghalaya’s art and crafts. In fact, weaving forms an integral part in the culture of the state and its tribes. Markets like Police bazar, Bara bazar and Laitumkhrah in the capital city are a few places where you can buy the innumerable handicraft items that Meghalaya produces.

Different categories of Meghalaya handicrafts

Some of the famous handicrafts of Meghalaya are:

Weaving
Woodcarving
Bamboo work
Cane Mat
Stools
Baskets
Open weave carrying baskets
Closed weave carrying baskets
Bamboo-fishing traps
Storage baskets
Cane containers
Trays & Fans

Some of the famous handicrafts of Meghalaya are Weaving, Woodcarving, Bamboo work, Cane work, Stools, Baskets, Bamboo-fishing traps, Cane containers, Trays & Fans and much more

Meghalaya is home to many wonderful handicrafts. Weaving, be it on cloth or cane, has been an art for long in the state. There are some amazing handicrafts weaved by the various tribes of Meghalaya. Another prominent work here includes woodcarving and bamboo work because the raw material for these products is found in abundance in the state. The state produces some amazing cane mats, winnowing fans, caps, umbrellas, stools and baskets.

The ‘Khasi’ tribe is a famous tribe of Meghalaya. The people of this tribe weave mats, baskets and chairs out of cane. The ‘Jaintia’ is another tribe of Meghalaya that is involved in making beautiful fishing traps out of bamboo. The Khasi tribes also make domestic knives, utensils etc. The ‘Garo’ tribe weaves materials that are used for making dresses. In addition, the weave bed covers, table covers and so on. A special kind of cane mat called 'Tlieng' is popular in Meghalaya for its durability. Baskets known as 'Meghum Khoks' are also created and used for storing different items

The ‘Khasi’ tribe is famous for weaving cane mat, stools & baskets. The ‘Jaintia’ tribe makes fishing traps out of bamboo sticks, which are also famous for its beauty. The Khasi tribes also make domestic knives, utensils and even guns with extracted iron ore. The ‘Garo’ tribe weaves 'Dakmanda', a material used for their dresses along with shirts, bed covers, bedsheets and tablecloths. A special kind of cane mat called 'Tlieng' is popular for its durability. Baskets known as 'Meghum Khoks' are also created and used for storing different items.

Other arts like silk weaving, carpet weaving and manufacturing of ornaments and musical instruments are also included in the handicrafts of Meghalaya.

Manufacturers of Meghalaya handicrafts:

1. Handloom & Handicraft deals in manufacturing handicrafts and bamboo items.

Address: Meghalay Eppex Bank Complex, Mahatma Ghandi Road,
Shillong, Meghalaya

Meghalaya handicrafts:

Handloom & Handicraft’ deals in manufacturing handicrafts and bamboo items.
Address: Meghalay Eppex Bank Complex, Mahatma Ghandi Road, Shillong, Meghalaya

The kind of handicrafts manufactured in Meghalaya is loved by one and all. These goods are outstanding and are recognized all over. Khadi Gramodyog, Purbashree and Meghalaya Handicrafts are some of the places offering unique handicrafts and handlooms.

The state exports many such interesting products locally made to the international market. Meghalaya has a wide market for their handicrafts and the products reaches far off international markets for its quality and appeal.