write a paragraph of ladakh carpet of geometrical shapes by using given para
The carpet of Ladakh is indigenous to that part and has not been introduced from outside. The community of Buddhists inhabiting Ladakh mainly, prepares carpets for their personal use. People of the area have been weaving the carpets from very early times. Some opine for the carpets of being oldest. The carpet being the main form of furnishing, is used for sitting during the day and sleeping at night, seat their guests on it, and spread it for ceremonies and feasts.
Women dominance is widely felt in weaving of the carpets. A vertical wooden loom, light in weight is the sole basis on which it is made. It requires simple wedges to tighten and tied the wrap thread which are looped to the beams and tied together. The usual size of the carpet is 3x6 ft known as Khalidan. These carpets are woven by the method of looping knots, known as "Khabdan" in local parlance.
The designs woven into the carpet are generally derived from the religious myths. The motifs are inspired by the Mahayana Budhist symbolism. Dragon motif is quite common. A few more designs like Guanakchagri (Chinese, wall), Khorlo (three wheels), Tashi stak gyat (eight lucky signs), Mentok (flower) and Cha (birds) are also used. The eight lucky signs of symbols are those of lotus, wheel of religion, conch-shell, banner of victory, holy-vase endless knot, pair of golden fish and umbrella in Buddism.
There is one more type of the carpet woven in Ladakh. This is a peculiar type of the carpet, the wrap and weft of the rug used are both of woollen yarn. This is called TSUKDAN in local dialect.
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Ladakh pose a unique place for its exquisite craftsmanship. The handicraft of Leh- Ladakh projects the unique art and cultural heritage of the region. Most Art and Crafts in Leh-Ladakh serve the need of the local people. For many it’s the main source of earning livelihood. In the yesteryears, most lavish articles were acquired through imports. Even today, most of the antique shops in Leh town are either owned by Kashmiris or Tibetans. But if you are a true lover of art and originality, head on to the village of Chilling. The village situated nearly 19 kms up the river of Zanskar from Nima is an exception in Ladakhi handicraft.
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