A Banarasi sari is a sari made in Varanasi, an ancient city which is also called Benares (Banaras). The saris are among the finest saris in India and are known for their gold and silver brocade or zari, fine silk and opulent embroidery. There are four varieties of Banarasi sarees - the pure silk sarees (katan), Organza (kora) with zari, georgette, and shattir sarees.

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