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Silk Rug Weavers

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Silk Rug Weavers
Hotan (historically known as Khotan), located along the southern branch of the ancient Silk Road in Xinjiang, China, is world-famous for its tradition of silk rearing, hand-dyeing, and rug weaving. Local sericulture dates back nearly two millennia. Legend tells of a Chinese princess who smuggled silkworm eggs to Khotan hidden in her headdress. By the Middle Ages, Khotan was a primary center for silk and rug production along trade routes connecting East Asia, Central Asia, and the Mediterranean.
Hotan silk rugs (and silk-wool blends) are prized for their fine knotting, glossy luster, and long, narrow dimensions. Patterns uniquely blend Uyghur, Persian, Chinese, and Central Asian design elements—often incorporating geometric motifs, lotus blossoms, and pomegranates (symbolizing fertility and prosperity).

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