Namdas

Namdas are one of the major buys while shopping in Srinagar. This city is renowned for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts, Kashmir.clothes, and dry fruits.

There are several places worth a visit in Srinagar while on tour to Jammu and Kashmir. The most popular tourist attractions of Srinagar are Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam Dal Lake, Hari Parbat Fort, Shankaracharya Temple, Hazratbal Mosque, Shalimar Gardens, Nishat Gardens, etc. Besides, you can go shopping in the various markets in Srinagar and pick up some unique articles like Namdas.

Among the famous handicrafts in Srinagar is the exquisite Namdas. Namdas are a mattress made by felting wool rather than weaving it. This art of felting wool into namdas originates from Yarkand.

A popular cottage industry in Srinagar, Namdas is manufactured from the wool of inferior quality mixed with a small quantity of cotton. They are usually of two types of namdas – plain and embroidered. The woolen yarn was used for the embroidery previously, but at present, acrylic yarn (cash melon) is used. The embroidery of the Namdas is done with thread, giving it color, splendor, and strength.

Namdas are available in a variety of designs and colors at unbelievable prices. Prices of Namdas vary according to their quality of wool, pattern (plain or embroidery), product size, and the neatness of designs. The colorful floor coverings made from woolen and cotton fiber which have been manually pressed into shape, are among the less expensive ones.

You can enjoy shopping in Srinagar while enjoying the holiday. Plan your vacation with the help of our tour experts and book a tour package with us.