Kinnauri Shawl
GI TaggedThe Kinnauri shawl carries bands of intricate geometric and Buddhist-influenced patterns woven into its borders, each colour and symbol carrying meaning in the high Himalayan valleys of Kinnaur.
- Region of origin:
- Himachal Pradesh
- GI registration:
- Kinnauri Shawl
- Materials:
- wool; pashmina; yak-wool
- Techniques:
- geometric tapestry border weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 6214
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About Kinnauri Shawl
The Kinnauri shawl carries bands of intricate geometric and Buddhist-influenced patterns woven into its borders, each colour and symbol carrying meaning in the high Himalayan valleys of Kinnaur.
- Region of origin
- Himachal Pradesh
- GI registration
- Kinnauri Shawl
- Materials
- wool; pashmina; yak-wool
- Techniques
- geometric tapestry border weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 6214
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Kinnauri weavers of Himachal Pradesh.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Kinnauri Shawl is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Kinnauri Shawl”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin