Mangalagiri Handloom Weaving Centres

Mangalagiri Handloom Weaving Centres are a cluster of traditional pit-loom workshops in Mangalagiri town, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, between Vijayawada and Guntur. The centres are known for producing Mangalagiri sarees and fabrics, distinguished by the Nizam border and natural dyes. With a weaving tradition over 400 years old and Geographical Indication status, they offer visitors insight into handloom heritage and opportunities to purchase authentic handwoven textiles directly from weavers.

Visitors can expect small workshop units and weaver homes with traditional pit-looms in operation, yarn dyeing and drying areas, and display-cum-sale counters with Mangalagiri sarees, dress materials and fabrics. The setting is a busy weaving colony within Mangalagiri town. Visitors can observe the weaving process, interact with weavers from the Padmashali community, see the distinctive Nizam border weaving technique, and browse or purchase textiles directly at the looms.