Preserving the 300-Year-Old Legacy of Maheshwari Handloom

*Maheshwari handloom weaving* is not just an art—it is a *royal legacy* that dates back to the *18th century, when **Rajmata Ahilyabai Holkar* introduced this craft to *Maheshwar. Under her patronage, skilled artisans from **Varanasi* were invited to create a unique fabric that reflected the *grandeur of Maheshwar Fort and the Holkar dynasty*.

Originally woven *exclusively for royal families, **Maheshwari sarees* became renowned for their *lightweight texture, lustrous silk-cotton blend, and intricate motifs inspired by fort architecture. Today, **Gagan Handloom Industries* continues this tradition, ensuring every weave carries the heritage of *Ahilyabai Holkar’s vision*.